Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Join us for the 1st Annual Pumpkin Roll 5K at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park! Lace up your running shoes and enjoy a fun fall race through the beautiful scenery of the farm park. The course features mostly paved trails with some gravel sections, making it a perfect event for runners and walkers alike. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with a delicious slice of pumpkin roll and enjoy Harvest Fest afterwards with your family and friends! Whether you're racing for a personal best or just coming out for fun, it's a great time to be outdoors! SIGN UP HERE!

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k!  A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome finisher medal! 5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration includes a designer shirt and a challenge pin! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and kid's dash pin! (If your child wa

Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure! Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis. Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!

Get ready for Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run! This enchanting evening 1 mile, 5k, & 10k run/walk, led by Santa, will immerse you in a winter wonderland of twinkling lights & festive decorations. Each participant gets Custom Race Pajama Pants for the cold evenings, and Custom Finishers Medal! Join us for a heartwarming celebration of joy and camaraderie, surrounded by the magic of the holiday season. Don't miss this unique event, the post-race sweets, and SANTA! - Register Now!     **Images and times subject to change**

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k!  A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22! 5k/10k/15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run

Featuring a 6-hour Endurance Run, Marathon & Relay, Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-Mile race; RFTR has something for everyone! Plus, it's one of your last chances for a marathon before the end of the year! First 200 registrants get a shirt!

Join us for the magic that is Springfield Santa Run! Every runner will receive a 5 piece Santa Suit to run in! What better way to spend your morning than running down the street with 100's of other Santas, all shapes and sizes, and finishing off with a nice cup of hot chocolate, marshmallows, and some treats to dip! Time/Date: December 20th, 2026 5k: 8:00am Award Categories: Top 3 male and female in the following age groups: 12&U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Date: Saturday, Jan 30th, 2027 Time: race morning Packet Pick-up/Registration at 7:30 a.m.- 8:45 Race at 9:00 a.m. Packet Pick-Up: Friday, Jan 29th, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Place: O’Reilly Catholic Student Center 847 South Holland Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806 Fee: $45.00 (if received by Jan 23rd, after the 23rd $50.00 $25.00 Groups with 10 or more runners please call 417 865 0802 for special discount code Awards: Overall male & female and to 1st, place 5K finishers in each age group; Male and Female. Award ceremony immediately following race. Age Groups: Under 15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, Over 69 All runners receive a finishing metal and the first 100 people to sign up get a T-shirt but sizes only guaranteed until January 4th. For more information, call (417) 865-0802. All registrations are non-refundable.

In Nepal's folklore, Yeti is an "abominable Snowman", who looks like an ape, is taller than an average human, and is believed to live in the Himalayas, Siberia, Central and East Asia. Yeti, during pre-19th century, has been believed to be a "Glacier Being" who was worshipped by the indigenous communities. However, in Southwest, MO, he is a cute big fellar that we can't wait to see this February 20th, 2027 to playfully run from him, take pictures with him, high-five him, and have a chilly party with him! Come join us and: Run/Walk/Jog/CartwheelEarn Your Comfy Hoodie for ALL PARTICIPANTSChoose Between One of the Bonus SwagEnjoy Tasty Treats and FoodWear WHITE to match Freddie!AND Dance to Some YETI MUSIC

Join us this March for the 4th Annual Shamrock Shuffle presented by Saucony! Come ready to wear green while you run, walk, or jog your way to the finish line in our 5k, 15k, or the Beer Mile presented by Springfield Brew Co., if you've got the guts (no pun intended). March 13th, 2027 in Downtown Springfield. Come earn your Comfy Shirt, Two Beers, and Medal! NEW THIS YEAR: Medal for all participants- Beer Mile, 5k, and 15k! Time/Date: Saturday, March 13th, 2027 15k: 8:00am5k: 8:10amBeer Mile 10:00am 15k & 5k Awards: Male & Female Overall winners in the 5K and 15K receive a Fleet Feet gift certificate! Top 3 in each age group 12&U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ get a Fleet Feet gift certificate! Beer Mile Awards: Overall Male & Female get a Fleet Feet gift certificate!

Go Girl Run is celebrating 14 years! Back to the "Queen City of the Ozarks" we are ready to run with our QUEENS! GO GIRL RUN Springfield starts down on the square and is a party like no other. Women & Girls making memories and dreams come true. 5k or Half, doesn't matter, IT'LL BE A BLAST. You are Strong. You are Amazing. You Go, Girl.

Spice Up Your Run at the Inaugural SALSA Run! 💃🌶️ Looking for the ultimate post-Cinco de Mayo celebration? Join us in Springfield, MO, for the SALSA Run—the only race where your finish line is a block party! Whether you’re looking to crush a 10K, cruise through a 5K, or take a breezy 1-Mile stroll, we’ve got a distance for every pace. The best part? Our "medal" isn't something that just sits on a shelf. Every finisher receives a LITERAL salsa bowl medal that you can use immediately at our massive chip and queso bar! Your registration includes: 👕 Official SALSA Run Soft-Style Shirt🥣 Exclusive Salsa Bowl Medal (Yes, you can eat out of it!)🎫 Custom Commemorative Bib🧀 Unlimited access to the Chips, Salsa, and Queso bar Don't miss the hottest block party in Springfield. Run the race, then stay for the chips!

Grab your crew and lace up for Rescue One’s 12th Annual Fast and the Furriest!   Join us for a fun morning walk or run through the beautiful Rountree neighborhood. We will be back at the same location as last year—1409 E Cherry Street, the field next to Sleepy Opossum Cafe—following our tried-and-true route.  This family-friendly event welcomes animal lovers and athletes of all ages and experience levels. Well-socialized, leashed pups are encouraged (no retractable leashes). Choose from a 1-mile, 5K, or virtual race option. Every step supports Rescue One and helps save lives! This event will take place rain or shine unless severe weather creates unsafe conditions for participants or volunteers. In the event of severe weather, we will look at rescheduling the event for later in the year.

Get ready for a night of unforgettable fun at the Night Light 5k this July! This family-friendly event is not just a run, but an experience filled with plenty of exciting features that will keep you entertained from start to finish. DESCRIPTION: To start things off, we've got an amazing race start experience featuring cold sparks, confetti, and fog - all designed to get you pumped up and ready to go! And as you make your way through the course, you'll encounter a variety of fun features such as pump-up stations, on-course music, krakens tentacles, you'll run through a sharks jaw full of teeth, and glow-in-the-dark arches to keep you energized and motivated. And that's not all - Registered participants will receive a custom item to commemorate their achievement and keep them stylish all summer long (great for running!). And for those looking for a sweet treat, we've got complimentary cotton candy and snow cones available to all participants. MEDAL: To cap it all off,

Project Triathlon: LMS brings the iconic "Last Man Standing" elimination format to multi-sport. THE CLOCK: :00 – Start Horn soundsComplete 100m Swim / 5mi Bike / 1.25mi Run:59:59 – Hard CutoffWhatever time is left in the hour is your only rest. THE RULES: You must be in the start corral every hour on the hour.Finish under 60 minutes to stay alive.The last athlete standing must finish one final solo loop to be crowned Champion. How many rounds can you stack before the clock catches you?

Are you swift enough to outpace the legendary Sasquatch? Get ready to hit the roads right outside of Springfield, MO for the most thrilling warm race of the year – "Running From Squatch!" 🌲👟🌲 Step into the realm of the mystical and immerse yourself in the enigmatic ambiance of the Pacific Northwest, right here in Springfield. Whether you believe in the elusive Squatch or simply enjoy the thrill of a chase, this event promises excitement for all. Event Options: 🌲 1 Mile: A quick sprint, jog, or walk - maybe that's all it takes to evade Brock the Squatch!🌲 5k: Put those fleet feet to the test and weave through nature's wonders.🌲 10k: Double the distance, double the mystery. Who knows what you might see?🌲 Half-Marathon: Only the most enduring can brave this route and elude our furry pursuer.🌲 Squatch-Fecta: The ultimate challenge! Are you brave enough to complete all four events? Course Details:Traverse hilly

Join us on ​August 22nd, 2025 to have a running experience like no other! The 3rd Annual Space Wizards 5k & 10k is going to be a Blast! NEW THIS YEAR, LAZERSWORDS NOW CHANGE COLORS BETWEEN Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, Purple, Light Blue, and White! All participants receive a High-Quality Rechargeable LazerSword that has adjustable sound settings & modes, and a custom event medal!*Lazerswords are dueling quality