Biegi 5K w pobliżu Lake Saint Louis

Harvest Moon Run to płaska, asfaltowa piątka (5K) – bieg i spacer – w Route 66 State Park. Start jest po zmroku, o 19:00 CDT. To coroczny bieg dla lokalnej społeczności, który ma praktyczne rozwiązanie na wieczorne bieganie: uczestnicy 5K dostają koszulkę z długim rękawem i czołówkę Energizer. Organizuje to wolontariacka fundacja charytatywna 501(c)(3). Trasa jest prosta i dostępna – dla spacerowiczów, debiutantów na 5K, rodzin i tych, co ścigają się w kategoriach wiekowych. Zyski idą na lokalne akcje wspierające walkę z głodem, a organizatorzy zachęcają, żeby przynieść jedzenie w puszkach lub kartonach na akcję „Fill the Ford with Food”. Dla dzieci jest osobny, darmowy Fun Run przed 5K, z nagrodami za Mini Moonie Dash, Moonie 1/2 Mile i Moonie Mile. Na 5K medale dostają najlepsi w klasyfikacji generalnej i kategoriach wiekowych – od młodzieży po biegaczy 70-plus. Fred Bird będzie przed startem, co dodaje wieczorowi takiego lokalnego, festiwalowego klimatu.

The St. Louis Hot Cider Hustle is an October running event offering 5K and 10K distances, along with virtual 5K and 10K options for those who prefer to run elsewhere. Participants registered for the main races receive a race shirt, hot cider, a caramel apple, and a finisher mug, aligning with the event's name. The available facts do not list specific streets or landmarks on the course, but the format is clear: select the 5K or 10K distance, run it in person or virtually, and conclude with cider-themed giveaways. Families are welcome, as the event features an untimed 12-and-under kids' division that includes its own bib, mug, caramel apple, and hot apple cider.

The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race is a fall race weekend in Eureka, Missouri, focusing on Halloween costumes alongside finish times. Participants can select a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or 1-mile fun run, accommodating those aiming for 13.1 miles, families on a short outing, and anyone seeking a costume-friendly race day.

Rayni Day Miracles 5K to bieg ze wspólnym startem. Możesz tam świetnie poczuć energię, biegnąc ramię w ramię z innymi.

MO' Cowbell takes place on race morning in historic St. Charles, Missouri, offering a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K on flat, fast courses. The setup is manageable for first-timers and runners aiming for a personal best. A virtual option is available for those unable to run on site. The in-person entry includes a long-sleeve performance shirt, a unique finisher medal, free parking, free downloadable race photos, and packet pickup available over two days. Following the races, the event continues its cowbell theme with a family-friendly party featuring food, music, and post-finish socializing.

The Saint Louis Half Marathon and 5K begins and ends at the Muny Festival Grounds in Forest Park, providing both races a focused starting and finishing area within one of St. Louis’s most utilized public parks. Organized by the St. Louis Track Club, this autumn road race features a half marathon and a 5K. It employs an open-start window following each official gun start, allowing runners to cross the start line individually rather than in a mass start. First held in 1980, it holds the distinction of being the longest-running half marathon in the St. Louis area. The event provides a traditional road race structure, prioritizing the competition over a festival atmosphere. All finishers receive custom medals, prize money is awarded to the top three male and female half marathon finishers, and age-group awards extend through 70+. Overall awards are also given to the top 5K runners. A virtual participation option is offered for those unable to attend Forest Park in person.

Run S'more for Hope is a 5K run held at 370 Lakeside Park in St. Peters, Missouri. The start and finish lines are located at the park, with the event centered on this single local venue instead of a point-to-point course. The series is in its early stages; this event marks its third year. Featuring a single listed distance, the day focuses on a straightforward 5 km race. The S'more name lends the event a relaxed, campfire-themed character.

The Olivette Turkey Trot begins and ends at Stacy Park in Olivette, Missouri, on Thanksgiving morning. This chip-timed 5K run/walk, organized by the City of Olivette, takes place on a course closed to traffic, attracting over 2,000 participants. The event welcomes families, allowing strollers and leashed dogs, and offers a free Kids Fun Run for children under five. The 5K route departs Stacy Park, heading onto Old Bonhomme Road. It passes mile one near Char Bean Lane and mile two near Elkington Lane, then circles back via Lindley Drive to finish at the park. The course consists of quiet neighborhood streets and an asphalt trail, with Chronotrack chip timing for accurate results. Participants receive a custom Turkey Trot shirt. Following the race, there will be live music, refreshments, a post-race gathering, and awards. All proceeds benefit the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry, supporting individuals throughout the St. Louis area.

The WILDWOOD 5K and 10K Turkey Trot begins at Racers Village, located at the Farmers Market in Wildwood, Missouri, on Thanksgiving morning at 8:30 a.m. Participants can choose between a 5K run, a 10K run, or a free quarter-mile Kids Dash for children 10 and under, known as "Chase the Turkey." Rockinator Racing is the organizer, and the event embraces its Trottinator theme through its shirts, neck buffs, finisher medals, medal pins, and age-group awards. The 5K route utilizes the paved Wildwood Greenway, leading from Racers Village along a pedestrian path to Wildwood Park before returning across the Wildwood Sky Bridge. The 10K also commences at Racers Village, incorporating a turnaround point there for the extended distance. The Kids Dash provides children with their own race number and a Trottinator finisher medal. Awards for the main races are presented to the top three finishers in age groups ranging from 1-13 to 70+. The event is designed as a family Thanksgiving run, incorporating numerous giveaways and child-oriented elements to enhance the holiday feel, rather than being solely a timed competition.

The St. Louis Turkey Trot 5K & 8K is a Thanksgiving morning run and walk in Downtown St. Louis, featuring a free half-mile youth race for kids 12 and under. It is designed for families and runners alike: strollers are permitted, wheelchair athletes begin just before the 5K field, and dogs are not allowed on the course. Participants are requested to bring canned food when picking up their race number; donations benefit Food Outreach, a St. Louis group providing nutritional support to individuals with cancer or HIV/AIDS. The downtown 5K incorporates sections of the route used by one of the nation's largest Thanksgiving parades. Runners will pass Citygarden, Busch Stadium, the Stifel Opera House, and Purina’s campus, finishing at Soldier’s Memorial with the Gateway Arch visible. The morning also offers a post-race pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes of St. Louis for 5K and kids-run participants. Swag options may include long-sleeve shirts, pom beanies, or gift cards, with unclaimed packet items given to charity partners.

The Candy Cane Course in St. Peters, Missouri, is an annual Christmas-themed running event. It features a Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, and 15K. The main distances are chip-timed with live results and awards. The 1 Mile and Kids Dash are untimed, offering a more relaxed option. A virtual race option is available for those who wish to receive the shirt, medal, and bib without participating on-site. The event is included in the local Bodies Race Series and is geared towards families, casual runners, and mixed-ability groups, not exclusively competitive racers. Children aged 10 and under can participate in the Kids Dash, and runners aged 12 and under receive youth pricing. Registration provides a custom bib, a designer shirt, and a finisher medal. Free race photos and treats are available at the finish line.