Candy Cane Course - St. Louis

The St. Luke’s New Town Triathlon has become one of the most popular triathlons in the Midwest. Originally a biathlon started many years ago, the event evolved into the John Howard New Town Duathlon, and now in its current format as an ‘almost’ Olympic distance triathlon.

This year the distances remain at a .62 mile Swim, 20 mile Bike and a 4 mile Run for the Long Course, and .3 mile Swim, 17 mile Bike and a 2 mile Run for the Sprint Course. The Kid’s Triathlon and EXPO will be held on Saturday, July 11th and the main event will be on Sunday, July 12th, 2026.

Set in New Town, St.Charles, the venue is tailor made for a fast race. The flat course profile makes this event the perfect race to open up full bore or try the sport of triathlon for the first time.

Sponsored by St. Luke’s Hospital and produced by Big Shark Bicycle Company/Big Shark Events.

We encourage you to sign up early to get a jump on the competition! You can also train with us at our Open Water Swim Series running almost every Saturday from May 2nd through June 27th, 2026. There will not be swims on Memorial Day Weekend and July 4th Weekend.

The BEER & BAGEL OFF-ROAD RACE SERIES is coming back to St. Louis! This is a favorite event for runners throughout the area, who come each year for a challenging trail run with a fantastic post-race party. Of course, there will be plenty of free bagels and beer. And the legendary race shirt, too – a long-sleeve tech shirt with “I’m a Drinker with a Running Problem” printed across the back. The event is supported by Fit4adventure Touring Company!

We will be utilizing the Smith Shelter with entrance of Weidman Road.

The Freddie Ford Family Foundation is a nonprofit supporting under-served families impacted by autism and are raising awareness and acceptance of autism. The Annual Heroes for Autism 5K and Mile is the annual event to spread awareness and acceptance of autism. It is a family friendly event with music, bounce house, vendors as well as food and drinks for donations. Join the fun dressed as your favorite super hero! This event is for walkers and runners of all ages and abilities.

The funds raised by this event will support the Freddie Ford Family Foundation programs for social skills, health and fitness, and community education.

Early Bird Registration fee: $35 for 5k and $25 for Mile. Kids 11 and under are free with a paid registration and can participate in the fun run with adult supervision. Registration fee will increase to $45 for 5k and $35 for mile as of May 1.

Family Discount! Register 5 or more people, and get a $10/person discount. *Must register in a single transaction.

In partnership with the City of Ballwin, MSE Racing is excited to host the iconic 27th annual Ballwin Triathlon. The USAT sanctioned Ballwin Triathlon is a 300 yard pool swim, 9 mile bike, and 3.4 mile run. This race is very popular and fills up to capacity almost every year. Be sure to secure your spot early.

IT'S BACK this year: the Double Triathlon. If you are looking for a greater challenge, here’s your opportunity! Participants will complete the Ballwin Triathlon course and then head back to the pool to complete the course a second time beginning with one lap around North Pointe’s lazy river.

For more information including, but not limited to race options, course maps, schedule of events, packet pickup/endurance expo, volunteer - signup, sponsorship info, parking, etc. Please visit - https://www.mseracing.com/ballwin-triathlon

All athletes MUST show a Photo ID and pick up their own race packet, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Big River Running’s Cross Country Camp for 6th – 12th graders is a great way to get a jump start on the cross country season. Bring yourself or your whole team for a great week of training, the opportunity to meet other runners, the chance to learn from some of the best runners in the St. Louis area and, of course, to have a lot of fun! Campers will end the week feeling motivated and excited to reach their goals for the upcoming season.

More information at https://www.bigriverrunning.com/run/cross-country-camp/