Upcoming Races in St. Louis, Missouri 2026

Written By: Jeremy N

If you are looking for races in St. Louis, Missouri, you have come to the right place. St. Louis has a growing running scene with 11 races listed in our directory, including 7 upcoming events in 2026. Whether you are lacing up for your first 5K or chasing a new personal record, there is something here for every runner.

Upcoming Races in St. Louis, Missouri

Here is a look at the top upcoming races in St. Louis this year. We update our listings weekly so you always have the most current information.

9/11 Heroes Run – St. Louis, MO

Date: September 12, 2026

Lace up in St. Louis to celebrate the brave heroes from 9/11 and honor those who’ve served our countrythis 5K welcomes runners, walkers, and ruckers of every fitness level! Read full details →

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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k – St. Louis

Date: September 26, 2026

Distance: 10K

Lend your legs to this community-favorite running celebration in St. Louis, where families of all abilities can enjoy distances ranging from a kids’ dash to a full half marathoncomplete with electronic timing, paced groups for the longer distances, and awesome perks like custom… Read full details →

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Ride the Rivers

Date: October 3, 2026

Get ready to pedal through the scenic St. Louis area with fresh routes that showcase the best of the regionyou’ll cruise along the riverfront, cross the Mississippi River, and explore trails on both sides of the state while soaking in beautiful water views and fueling up at… Read full details →

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Graybar Gives Back 2026

Date: October 16, 2026

Get ready to light up St. Louis while supporting a great cause at this fun run/walk event where you can participate however you likerunning, walking, biking, or swimmingto help Graybar employees facing unexpected hardships. Read full details →

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Minnie Ha Ha 6 & 12 Hour Endurance Runs

Date: October 17, 2026

Join us for the Minnie Ha Ha 6 & 12 Hour Endurance Runs in beautiful St. Louis, Missouri, where you can challenge yourself to run for either 6 or 12 hours on a scenic course. Read full details →

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Infant Loss Resources 19th Annual Strides 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk 2026

Date: October 18, 2026

Distance: 5K

Come join us on Sunday, October 18th at Tower Grove Park in St. Louis for a heartfelt community gathering that honors pregnancy and infant loss while supporting local families. Read full details →

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Hot Cider Hustle – St. Louis 5K & 10K

Date: October 24, 2026

Distance: 10K

Head to St. Louis on October 24th, 2026 for this autumn-themed 5K or 10K where you’ll enjoy perks like a race shirt, warm cider, caramel apple, and a commemorative mug at the finish line. Read full details →

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Why Run in St. Louis?

Running events in St. Louis offer a mix of community fun runs, charity 5Ks, and competitive road races throughout the year. The local running community is active and welcoming to runners of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned racers. Many of these events benefit local charities and organizations, making race day about more than just your finish time.

Find More Races in Missouri

St. Louis is just one part of a thriving Missouri running scene. If you want to explore more events across the state, check out our full race listings for Missouri — we track every upcoming running event from 1 mile fun runs to full marathons.

Get Ready to Race

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Good luck out there — see you at the finish line in St. Louis!

Hi, Jeremy Here, 

I am the the guy behind Train for a 5K. On this site, I share everything that learned along my running journey. The content I create is the running training I wish I had before we started this journeyAbout Jeremy. 

I have run over 250 races including the California International Marathon, Clarksburg Country Run, and various other 5K & 10K races throughout the United States. I am a former Athletics department employee at University of the Pacific and Shoe Consultant with Dicks Sporting Goods

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