Which Missouri cities have the most 10K races?
Kansas City (49), Springfield (9), St. Louis (8), Branson (6) lead the state for 10K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Missouri · 10K
10K Races in Missouri
Every upcoming 10K in Missouri, all 114 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
114 upcoming 10K races · 36 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Missouri races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
10K Races by City
Soonest 10K Races in Missouri
114 total Sat, Aug 1, 2026Run for Raptors Trail Race Kansas City, MOFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 1, 20263rd Hope 4 Healing Walk / Run / Roll / Stroll Saint Ann, MOFrom $29Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Heatwave Half Marathon - St. Louis St. Louis, MOFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO (31) Kansas City, MOFrom $30Register Sun, Aug 2, 2026Heatwave Half Marathon - Kansas City Parkville, MOFrom $22Details Thu, Aug 6, 2026Trouble at the Landing Kansas City, MOFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 8, 2026Swifty Fun Run - 1 mile Saint Louis, MOFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Branson, MO (32) Branson, MOFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 8, 2026Spirit Trail Classic Knob Noster, MOFrom $45Register Fri, Aug 14, 2026Space Wizards 5k & 10k Springfield, MOFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Summer Sizzler- Springfield Springfield, MOFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Run for PB& J 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY Kansas City, MOFrom $30Register
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 10K in Missouri
When are most 10K races held in Missouri?
August is the busiest month for 10K races in Missouri, with 21 of the 114, followed by October with 20. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Missouri 10K races cost?
Entry fees for 10K races here run from free to about $56, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 10K in Missouri?
41 of the 114 10K races in Missouri already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Missouri 10K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 31 10K races in Missouri with published results, the typical median finish is around 1:04:37, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail 10K races in Missouri?
Yes, 10 races around Missouri get you off the pavement: 8 are trail races, and 2 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.