STL Run Crew

STL Run Crew brings runners, walkers, and stroller pushers together across St. Louis every week, and your crew is already waiting at Tower Grove Park.

Quick take

Founded by Ricky Hughes in 2023, STL Run Crew built something real around health, wellness, and showing up together. Whether you run, walk, or roll a stroller, this RunSesh has a spot for you.

Best for

• Runners and walkers at any pace or experience level
• Families who want to bring a stroller along
• Anyone looking to build community through movement
• People who want free, low-barrier group runs
• Those focused on health and wellness alongside others

When and where

• Tuesdays at 6pm at Tower Grove Park, West End Picnic Site
• Sundays at 9am at Kiener Plaza
• Runs happen weekly, rain or shine
• Tower Grove Park address falls within zip code 63110

Details

• Terrain covers paved paths and park trails through Tower Grove Park
• Distance options include 1 mile and up, with 5K and marathon training adaptable routes
• All paces supported, including run, walk, and stroller options
• Post-run social happens after sessions
• Stroller-friendly and dog-friendly
• Group size typically ranges from 50 to 300 participants
• Leadership is present and active at each session

Why runners like it

• Community connection is the core of every run, not just a side benefit
• The range of pace and format options means you show up as you are and fit right in
• Runners who show up say the energy from 50 to 300 people moving together is hard to replicate anywhere else

First visit

• Attendance is free and no membership is required
• Grab your shoes and head to the West End Picnic Site at Tower Grove Park for a Tuesday run
• No registration needed, just show up at your start time
• Check the full schedule at stlruncrew.com/schedule before you go

Good to know

STL Run Crew is active on Instagram, which is a solid place to catch updates, see the crew in action, and get a feel for the vibe before your first visit.