What race distances can I run in Saint Louis?
Saint Louis has 5K (19), 10K (4), Half Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Saint Louis, Missouri
Upcoming running races in and near Saint Louis, Missouri - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
25 upcoming races · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Saint Louis races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sun, Aug 2, 2026Big River Training Team Saint Louis, MOFrom $75Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Swifty Fun Run - 1 mile Saint Louis, MOFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026Forest Park 5K & Kids Dash Saint Louis, MOFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026EducationPlus Family Fun Walk/Run Saint Louis, MOFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Victorious Together 5K Walk/Run Saint Louis, MOFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 30, 2026Be a Hero 2026 ! Saint Louis, MOFrom $25Register Sat, Sep 12, 2026Northside Trap Run 5K Saint Louis, MOFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 12, 20262026 Duo Dash Saint Louis, MOFrom $30Details Sun, Sep 13, 2026The Great Chase Saint Louis, MOFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 19, 202635th Annual Run for the Hills Saint Louis, MOFrom $20Details Sun, Sep 20, 2026Desmoid Defenders 5K Run/Walk Saint Louis, MOFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 26, 202614th Annual 'Due Run 4 Education Saint Louis, MOFrom $15Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Hawk Run/Walk 5 K Saint Louis, MOFrom $25Register Sun, Sep 27, 2026CITY Sprint 5k Saint Louis, MOFrom $50Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026MQP Bratfest 5k and 1-mile Fun Run Saint Louis, MOFrom $25Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026Families Run for Ovarian Cancer ROC Star 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk Saint Louis, MOFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026UMSL 5K Run/Walk Saint Louis, MOFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Veterans Day Run/Walk Saint Louis, MOFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Saint Louis Half Marathon and 5K Saint Louis, MOFrom $55Details Sun, Nov 15, 2026Veterans Appreciation Run Saint Louis, MOFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Winterfest 5K Saint Louis, MOFrom $20Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026St. Louis Track Club Marathon Relay Saint Louis, MOFrom $40Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Olivette Turkey Trot Saint Louis, MOFrom $19Details Sun, Jan 3, 2027ShITR - Shivery Icy Trail Run Saint Louis, MOFrom $20Details Sat, May 15, 20272027 Ferguson Twilight Run Saint Louis, MOFrom $20Details
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 Racing in Saint Louis
When is race season in Saint Louis?
September is the busiest month for races in Saint Louis, with 9 of the 25, followed by August with 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Saint Louis?
17 of the 25 races in Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 races in Saint Louis with published results, the typical median finish is around 54:51, 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.
Where can I train for a race in Saint Louis?
Browse Saint Louis run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.