Festus, Missouri · Thursday, November 27, 2025
The Fitness NOW Turkey Trot is a 5k, 10k, and running event held on Thursday, November 27, 2025. It is located at West Main Street in Festus, Missouri.
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.
Welcome to the 3rd annual MTC Zilla Tri Sprint Triathlon WITH NEW EXPANDED YOUTH SHORT SPRINT AGE GROUPS! This triathlon is a great event for all ages, 10 and up, beginners and seasoned athletes. Event hosted by the Metro-Tri Club. Race begins in the beautiful Bolm-Schuhkraft Park in Columbia, Illinois.
The SPRINT event, open to ages 14 and up, begins with a 300 meter serpentine swim in Columbia Bath and Tennis pool. The 11.2-mile bike course has mostly flat roads with one challenging hill, and railroad crossing (time not adjusted for stoppage at train track). The bike is non-draft legal. The 5K run course will take you through a neighborhood, onto the trail, and will have plenty of shade.
The YOUTH SHORT SPRINT, open to ages 10-17 years, will begin with a 200 meter serpentine swim in Columbia Bath and Tennis pool. The 6 mile bike course has mostly flat roads with one challenging hill, and railroad crossing (time not adjusted for stoppage at train track). The bike is non-draft legal. The 2 mile run course will take you through a neighborhood with plenty of shade.
*NOTE: Athletes aged 14-17 may choose to race in either the Short Youth Sprint OR the Full Distance Sprint if they are seeking a greater challenge.
Triathlon is USAT sanctioned. USAT rules require bar ends to be plugged. Drafting rules apply. USAT officials will be on course.
Be sure to register by July 13, 2026 to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
Online Registration ends August 1 at 12:00 pm.
Packet Pick-up:
Saturday, August 1, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and Race Day 5:30 - 6:45 am, McDonnold Blvd, in Bolm-Schukraft Park, Columbia, IL.
All athletes must pick up their own packet, NO EXCEPTIONS. Photo ID and USAT membership card are required. If you are not a USAT member you will need to purchase an annual membership or 1-day pass during registration. If you do not have your USAT membership card, you will be required to purchase a 1-day pass.
Transition will open at 5:30 AM and close at 6:45 AM. Mandatory meeting with USAT official 6:45AM. Race begins at 7:00 AM
Sprint Course Maps:
For bike route go to: https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/5919968674/ (*time will not be adjusted for stoppage at train tracks).
For run route go to : https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/5909809144/
Youth Short Sprint Course Maps:
For 10-17 bike route go to: https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/6426359836 (*time will not be adjusted for stoppage at train tracks).
For 10-17 run route go to: https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/6426365452 :
Awards:
In the SPRINT Race, Top Male and Female Finisher Awards will be given, as well as Top 3 age-division finishers for Male and Females: 14-15, 16-17 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and older.
In the YOUTH SHORT SPRINT, awards will be given to the Top 3 age-division finishers for Male and Female: 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, and 16-17.
In the case of lightening the swim will be canceled and replaced with a 1k run for the Sprint Distance, 0.5 mile run for the Youth Short Sprint. In the case of severe weather the event will be canceled, no refunds/transfers. The race director(s) reserve the right to cancel or modify the race due to adverse conditions that make the race unsafe. In the event the race is canceled, it will not be rescheduled, and there will be no refunds. Awards and swag will not be mailed.
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.