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Run Upside Down is a virtual race with a Stranger Things theme, allowing participants to run or walk wherever they are located rather than on a single, shared course. It provides five distance options: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon. The event aligns with January, Human Trafficking Awareness Month, though participants have the flexibility to complete their selected distance at any point during the year. The "course" is determined by the participant's chosen route, which could be a local loop, a treadmill session, a trail, or an extended road route for longer distances. The registration fee covers a medal and bib, subject to limited medal availability, and race packets are dispatched soon after sign-up. A portion of each registration, specifically fifteen percent, benefits Operation Underground Railroad. This marks the event's third year.

The Spooky Sprint - Springfield is an annual Halloween-themed run held in the Springfield, Missouri area. The start is at Willard High School in Willard. It is designed for families and runners of all abilities, offering a Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, and a half marathon. A virtual race option is available for those who wish to participate remotely. The race utilizes the Frisco Highline Trail, providing a trail course for the longer distances instead of a road loop. Participants receive chip timing, live results, awards, a shirt, and a custom medal. It is part of the local Bodies Race Series, which emphasizes a family-friendly race day and accommodates runners across fitness levels. A "Volunteer then Run" option offers a community-focused twist, allowing individuals to assist at the event and then compete.

The Team O'Reilly 5K Run/Walk begins at the O'Reilly Corporate Office in Springfield, Missouri. The event starts at 8 a.m. CDT and has a two-hour duration. This 5K, or 3.1-mile, run/walk is intended for O'Reilly team members, their families, and friends, not for the general public. The organizer has mapped out a 5K route originating from the corporate office. The course length accommodates both runners and walkers participating in the same event. The entry fee is $10 per person, payable on the event day via cash, credit or debit card, or by charging an O'Reilly team member account.

The Spooky Sprint 5K begins and ends on E. Foster Street next to the Melrose Family YMCA, with participants typically gathering on the Saturday before Halloween. This event is the third race in the YMCA of Metro North’s yearly road race series, linking seven communities via local races. The Halloween timing is significant: participants are encouraged to wear costumes, and awards are given for the best costume and fastest finishers. The course guides participants down Lebanon Street, through Pine Banks Park, and along Main Street before returning to the YMCA. The field comprises runners, walkers, spectators, families, and many local residents; one year saw over 700 participants. The race generates funds for the Y’s Annual Campaign scholarship fund, supporting access to swim lessons, day camp, and healthy living programs for those unable to afford them. Organizers also embrace the theme: Health and Wellness Director Bernadette Farrell once wore a costume of the Spooky Sprint logo for the race’s anniversary.

The Turkey Trails - Springfield is an annual Thanksgiving-themed running event in Springfield, offering a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1 mile, and a Kid's Dash. The main races are chip-timed with live results and awards. The Kid's Dash is untimed and for children 10 and under. A virtual option is available, allowing runners to complete their distance anywhere and still receive event swag. The event is designed for families and regular runners alike. The 5K and 10K feature youth pricing for children 12 and under. Most race entries include a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal. The 1 mile includes a shirt and challenge pin, and the Kid's Dash includes a mini bib, youth shirt, and dash pin. Children can also run the Kid's Dash for free on race day without swag. Finish-line treats and free photos are included.

Springfield’s Turkey Trot 5K begins at 8 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning at the Springfield Expo Center in downtown Springfield. This timed 5K run/walk is Missouri’s largest Thanksgiving Day 5K, with over 7,000 participants annually. The route remains in downtown Springfield, attracting runners, walkers, families, and dogs. The event benefits the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund and the Developmental Center of the Ozarks. It also serves as a significant one-day food drive for Ozarks Food Harvest, having collected over 6,500 meals at the last race.

Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run is an evening holiday run/walk offering 1 mile, 5k, and 10k distances, along with virtual 5k and 10k options. Santa leads the in-person event, which is designed around Christmas lights, festive decorations, and a cold-weather night-run atmosphere. Runners and walkers may select a short family-friendly mile or the longer 5k and 10k routes. Participants receive custom race pajama pants, a finisher medal, and post-race sweets, indicating the event is more playful and seasonal than competitive.

The Candy Cane Course in Springfield is a Christmas-themed running event offering multiple distances: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, 15K, a Kids Dash, and a virtual option. The 5K, 10K, and 15K races utilize chip timing with live results and awards. The 1 mile and Kids Dash are untimed. This event is designed for families and regular runners alike, featuring youth pricing for the 5K and 10K, and a Kids Dash specifically for children aged 10 and under. Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal for 5K, 10K, 15K, and 1 mile participants. Kids Dash entrants receive a mini bib, youth shirt, and a medal. All participants get complimentary race photos and post-race treats. A virtual race option allows participation from any location, and a Volunteer then Run option is available for those wishing to assist at the event before running their chosen distance.

The Santa Fe Run Around begins and ends at Villa Linda Park on Rodeo Road. A 5K run/walk starts at 8:00 a.m., followed by a 1-mile Kids Race around 9:00 a.m. This event is in its 47th year, and the main 5K is open to participants age 8 and older. The format is straightforward and suitable for families. Adults and older children may participate in the 5K, while children 14 and under can join the Kids Fun Run without charge. Public parking is available at the park. Race-day packet pickup occurs before the start. 5K finishers are eligible for overall male, female, and non-binary awards, as well as age-group awards. All children completing the Kids Fun Run will receive a medal.

The Springfield Santa Run is a December 5K and 1-mile run/walk starting at Fleet Feet Springfield. Every participant receives a five-piece Santa suit to wear during the event. Both distances begin simultaneously in the morning, with a two-hour time limit for each, accommodating walkers and families alongside runners. The event centers on the visual of hundreds of Santas proceeding down the street, with participants of various ages and paces sharing the same holiday atmosphere. Upon finishing, participants receive hot chocolate, marshmallows, and treats. Awards are presented to the top three finishers in each age group for men and women, ranging from 12 and under to 70 and over.