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Happy's Running Club
St. Louis, Missouri
Premier social run club for fun, inclusive weekly 5ks
About This Club
Happy's Running Club is a weekly 5k out of City Park Grill in Tower Grove, St. Louis, and it's been running every Tuesday for over 11 years. The pace range goes from 6-minute milers down to run-walkers and non-runners, so the point isn't speed, it's showing up. It suits people who want a low-pressure reason to move and then sit down for a drink afterward.
Highlights
- Run
- Drink
- Be happy motto
- 11+ years consistent
- Super chill dance vibe
- Gear drop
- Drink specials
Who It Suits
This is a good fit if you want a social 5k with no membership fee, no sign-up hurdle, and a drink at the end, whether you're a beginner, a dog owner, or pushing a stroller. It's not built for competitive racers or anyone training for long distances, since it's a fixed 5k at a mixed social pace. If you want early morning miles, this also isn't it, the run starts at 6:15pm.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
It's a 5k on pavement and park paths through Tower Grove Park, meeting at 6pm with the run starting at 6:15. Because the pace range spans 6-minute milers to walkers, you're not locked into one group speed, and dogs and strollers are fine to bring along. It happens every Tuesday regardless of weather, rain, sun, snow, or holiday.
Distance5k
PaceAll paces: 6-min milers to run-walkers to non-runners
TerrainPavement, Park paths
Post-runDrink specials at City Park Grill
Your First Run
Show up by 6pm at City Park Grill (3157 Morgan Ford Rd) and check in at the sign-in table before the 6:15 start. There's a gear drop if you don't want to carry stuff on the run, and if you plan on grabbing a drink after, bring ID.
Given the pace range runs from 6-minute milers to non-runners, nobody's going to be surprised if you walk part of it or hang toward the back, that's built into how this group runs.
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Upcoming Races in St. Louis
14 upcoming races in St. Louis. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Heatwave Half Marathon - St. Louis St. Louis, MOFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026The Labor Day Slay 5K-10K-10KRUCK-Half Marathon St Louis, MOFrom $39Details Sun, Sep 6, 2026Run for the Dogs - St. Louis St Louis, MOFrom $35Details
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Common Questions About Happy's Running Club
Do I need to sign up or pay before showing up?
No. There's no cost to join and no membership required, you just show up and check in at the sign-in table.
What if I want to walk instead of run the whole way?
That's normal here. The stated pace range goes from 6-minute milers to run-walkers to non-runners, so walking part or all of the 5k fits right in.
Can I bring my dog or a stroller?
Yes, both are explicitly fine. It's listed as dog-friendly and stroller-friendly.
Do they cancel for bad weather?
No. It runs every Tuesday in rain, sun, snow, or on holidays.
What happens after the run?
You head back to City Park Grill for drink specials. Bring ID if you plan to order.
Where this comes from: Club details come from each club’s own channels (their site, Meetup, Strava and social posts) and are checked by hand. Group runs move, so confirm the meeting spot on the club’s latest post before you head out. Last updated April 2026.