Races

🍀 Forest Lake Area Trail System St. Patrick’s 5K & 1.5 Mile Walk/Run 🍀Date: March 17th, 2026Location: Dukum Inn,111 S. Elson St. Kirksville MO. Time: Race begins at 5:30 PM Race Description Get ready to lace up your lucky running shoes and chase the leprechauns through the streets of Kirksville! The Forest Lake Area Trail System (FLATS) St. Patrick’s 5K & 1.5 Mile Walk/Run is back, bringing a shamrockin’ good time for a great cause. Whether you’re in it to win it or just out for some festive fun, there’s a race for everyone. Participants will enjoy a lively 5K run or a 1.5-mile walk/run, all while supporting the development and maintenance of the Forest Lake Area Trail System. Every step you take helps expand and improve local trails, creating a greener, healthier community. Dress in your best St. Paddy’s Day gear, bring your friends and family, and enjoy a festive day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy! Don’t forget to stick around for post-race celebrations at

ATSU Wellness Run – Move for Your Health, Support Your Community!Prioritize your well-being and give back at the ATSU Wellness Run, a fun and energizing event designed to support both your health and the ATSU Student Emergency Fund. Whether you run, jog, or walk, this event is about embracing movement, reducing stress, and building a healthier lifestyle—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Event Details:Date: April 11th OR sign up for the virtual event and complete your race anytime between April 5th and April 11th! Time: 8:30 AMLocation: Meeting and ending at the Thompson Campus Center, 210 S. Osteopathy St. Kirksville MO.   Regular physical activity is essential for long-term wellness, and this event is the perfect opportunity to get active in a supportive and uplifting environment. Feel the benefits of movement, fresh air, and connection with others as you take on this race at your own pace. Wellness Perks for Participants:All in-person participants receive a race T-shirt, enjoy n

TriFAHL is one of the area's only triathlons. This is a short distance triathlon for men and women of all athletic abilities that provides the opportunity to "Tri for a Healthy Life" in a low-key and supportive environment. Since we are a smaller race, you don't have to wake up super early to try to find parking and walk a long distance to the race venue or wait in long lines to start the race. Plus you will be finished and on the road by 11am. First-timers and experienced racers are all welcome! You can race as an individual or a relay team.   The event begins with a 150 Yard swim at the Truman State University Natatorium, followed by a 9 mile bike ride that is two loops on the city streets in Kirksville and ends with a 2.4 mile run on mostly sidewalks through and around the edge of campus.   Register BY April 5th-$45 (will receive shirt at race). Register AFTER April 5th-$55 (shirt will not be available on race day and will have to be picked up from Warehouse 660 at a

FLATS Uncle Sam 5K & 1.2 Mile Walk/Run📅 Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025🕣 Start Time: 8:30 AM📍 Location: Dukum Inn, 111 S Elson St, Kirksville, MO 63501 🎆 Kick off your Independence Day weekend with a bang at the FLATS Uncle Sam 5K & 1.2 Mile Walk/Run! 🎆 Join us for a star-spangled morning of fitness, fun, and festivity as we celebrate America's birthday and support the Forest Lake Area Trail System (FLATS). Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a family looking for a fun walk, this event is for you! 🎽 Race DetailsStart/Finish Line: Dukum Inn, 111 S Elson St, Kirksville, MOCourse: A mostly flat route through the charming streets of Kirksville, with a few gentle hills to keep things interesting.Distances: 5K run and 1.2-mile walk/run, both starting simultaneously at 8:30 AM. 🎁 Registration & PerksEntry Fee: $20 for early registration, deadline: July 1st  - $25 for late registration July 2nd