From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
A flat and fast 5K/10K on the Katy Trail and a chance to support families who have lost a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, or in the first few months of life.
This is a great race to start the year. Great weather and a great course start the year with a fast time.
The 7th Annual Run for Share 5K and 10K will be on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 9:00am. Immediately following the 5K and 10K, there will be a 100 meter kids dash, so bring the family!
Packet pick-up will be on Friday, February 27th from 12:00 to 6:00pm at Fleet Feet St Charles (3813 Mexico Road).
Race Day pick-up on 2/28/2026 from 7:30am to 8:45am in Frontier Park.
Finisher medals will be awarded to all participants, and awards to the top 3 male and female overall finishers, as well as top 3 male and females in the following age groups:
19 & under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 & Over.
A virtual option is also available for those unable to make it in person.
Come out and join us to celebrate the launch of circus season with the Moolah Shriners!!! We will be hosting a 5K and Kids fun run at Family Arena on March 8th, 2026.
All runners will receive a shirt and finisher medal plus a free general admission ticket to the 2026 Moolah Shrine Circus at Family Arena March 20-22, 2026. Tickets are redeemable at any of the six shows.
Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Join us on Sunday, March 29th for the return of the St. Charles Half Marathon...now called The Dusty Pig! Starting from Missouri Research Park, the 13.1 miles showcase the area's "pig-ture perfect" natural beauty by running the famous "Pork Chop Loop" along a combination of the Katy Trail, Hamburg Trail and Busch Greenway. Participants receive a race shirt and a custom finisher medal celebrating their accomplishment!
2026 Shirt Design
2026 Finisher Medal
*Shirt design may vary from mockup
*Medal design may vary from mockup
For over 17 years, this Star Wars-themed "The Force" 5K and Family Fun Run has brought together people in the community who enjoy nature, exercise, community, Star Wars, and a good reason to get your blood pumping for a great cause!
On Friday, May 1st, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Frontier Park in St.Charles, MO, we're lacing up again to raise funds for Preferred Family Healthcare's Bridgeway Domestic Violence Shelters, which help survivors find safety, resources, counseling, and a fresh start!
Star Wars costumes are Welcome in honor of the event theme and an early celebration of May Fourth! May the Force be with you!
Kids' Activities will be provided, which includes
StarWars Inflatable
Face Painting
Light saver craft activity
We can't wait to see you!
Route Map:
Link to 5K race map: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6444314869/
Link to 1-mile map: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6444316273/
The 21st Annual Karen 4 a Kause offers fun for all ages with a 5K, 1 mile walk/run and a Children's Mad Dash for Kids 10 and under. This years event is on Saturday, May 9th in beautiful Frontier Park in St. Charles, Missouri. All participants in the 5K are timed and are eligible for age group awards. All registered 5K and 1 mile entrants receive a customized event t-shirt and a chance to win attendance prizes.
All funds raised support the Karen Weidinger Foundation who's Mission is to Empower Women with Knowledge & Support to Win the Fight Against Breast Cancer and all funds stay in St. Charles County.
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
A unique 5k/10k/Half Marathon in the heart of downtown St. Charles with a little bonus, non-technical, shady trail off of the Katy....truly a hidden gem! Come on out and see for yourself! Enjoy these flat and fast routes starting on the Katy Trail near Bike Stop Cafe and the Katy Depot. All the routes go through Frontier Park then north on the soft path. Beautiful river views! Post run fun at the Bike Stop Cafe including coffee and beer specials and social time on the patio!
For more information including, but not limited to race options, course maps, schedule of events, packet pickup, volunteer signup, sponsorship info, parking, etc. Please visit - https://www.mseracing.com/love-to-run-st-charles
Welcome to the the Rockin' Riverfest 5k,10k Half Marathon and Fun Run!
The Rockin' Riverfest is a fun, flat, fast, family friendly event taking place on Saturday Morning July 4th.
Starting at 8:00 am. Race/Run/Jog or Walk starting on the Katy trail through the Shady single track trails right beside the beautiful Missouri river. Pass the water/aid station at mile 1.5 (also mile 4 and 5 for the 10K and double that for the Half)
For registering, you not only get an awesome Race/Run/Walk through the historic district and all the action of Riverfest on the Riverfront, you get a custom finishers Rockin' Riverfest T shirt, (Shirts guaranteed to those that register by June 15) Racers Village Colas, Sports drink, Race Snacks, Professional race Timing, Instant Results, Timed Splits, Custom Bib Number, and ALL 5k, 10k and Half Marathon participants also recieve a FINISHERS MEDAL! The race also includes Free downloadable finish line pics and video. Whew! Awards Ceremony on Podiums. Water/Sports drink and pickle juice and Ice at aid stations and Racers Village. 10k and 13.1 see an additional aid stations. Music rocking at racer village!
Cheer on your friends and family! A great way to continue your July 4th festivities. After the race, stick around and make a day of it enjoying the Historic riverfront shops, Historic St Charles and all of the Riverfest activities!
Custom Rockin' Riverfest MEDALS to top 3 in the following age groups. (1-13,14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70+) 5k,10k and Half Marathon. Splits are timed with Instant results!
Please consider donating a few bucks to The St Charles School District Cross Country program. 100% of proceeds stay local and go to help keep kids in shoes, jackets, tarps, drinks, and general program support.
Make a holiday of it! "Saint Charles Riverfest is the City's premier Fourth of July Festival featuring live music, great food and drinks, children's activities, a carnival and more. This year will feature a fireworks display on both evenings"
Packet pick up Thursday, July 2 at Bike Stop Cafe 3-6pm and race morning in Racers Village 6:30-7:30 am.
National Anthem goes at 7:56 am, you go at 8!
Get your friends to join you and lets go!!
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.
Lace up your sneakers and grab your lederhosen because the Saint Charles Oktoberfest Wurst Race Ever 5K and 10K is taking over Historic St. Charles on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Whether you are aiming for a personal best or just here for the festive atmosphere, this event brings the spirit of Munich right to the cobblestone streets.
The course winds through the scenic views of Frontier Park and the Missouri River, offering a perfect backdrop for a morning run. You can choose your distance and then stick around to enjoy the festivities that make this weekend a local staple.
Participating in this race does more than just get your heart rate up. All proceeds go toward supporting the Saint Charles Oktoberfest and the St. Charles Regional Chamber Foundation. These funds play a critical role in workforce development and talent attraction initiatives throughout the county, helping to build a stronger professional community for everyone.
Registration includes:
Official race shirt
Finisher medal
A great reason to treat yourself to a beer afterward
Register now to secure your spot in the most spirited race of the year. Let's hit the pavement and make an impact on our local workforce together.
The Whiskey Run St. Charles/St. Louis is the perfect race for seasoned runners or amateur enthusiasts looking for a run that doesn’t skimp on the fun. Expect great 5K and 10K routes followed by local food pairings, whiskey samples, and music. In its fourth year, the run includes venues all across the southeast, with races scheduled in Atlanta, Nashville, Huntsville, Rome, GA and Knoxville.
The run is produced by Run Rhino. A Chattanooga-based company known for putting on unique races and events, including 7 Bridges Marathon, Scenic City Mud Run, the Caffeine Run, the World Run, and the Southeastern Santa Hustle Race Series.
Hear What Other Racers Have to Say About The Whiskey Run:
“I just wanted to thank you for such a fun event today! So thankful the run gods were on our side and brought in all the good weather. It was a gorgeous route, a beautiful day, and the people were all just fantastic. It was such a well-run event.”
The Second Annual Backyard Ultra marathon in New Town, Missouri will be held October 10th, 2026. Event registration will start at 7:00 AM, and the race will begin at 8:00 AM. The event will consist of a 4.17 mile loop and runners will have up until the next hour to be back in time to start the next loop. Registration for the event is $25 to cover costs, but to run each loop you must put a dollar into a race jar. The winner of this last person standing race will receive half of the jar, while the other half will be donated to MSMDS charity. If you just want to come run some laps but can’t start at 8:00 AM, we would love to see you come out and try to PR at any hour time slot. (you just won’t be able to win the overall money jar prize.) Each participant that completes a lap will be given a custom NewTown Ultra DNF token.
Race location will be at the amphitheater in New Town in Saint Charles, Missouri. https://maps.apple.com/place?coordinate=38.836652,-90.494863&name=Marked%20Location&map=h
This is where registration and start of each lap will be. There is an area with bathrooms and where runners can set up their area in between laps for refueling, relaxing, and making friends. There are multiple restaurants, coffee shop, ice cream shacks around that will have food available as well. The race will have volunteers staffed until 12pm Sunday, October 11th which would mean ~116.8 miles! If two runners are still going at that time, accommodations will be made to keep the race going since we would love to see two make it that far!
With the $25 covering the cost of coins and other race related expenses, we ask you consider donating to a cause that is near and dear to our hearts. Multisystemic Smooth Muscle Dysfunction Syndrome (MSMDS), an ultra-rare genetic disease affecting only 70 patients worldwide, mostly children.
Braxley is who we are running for and she is two of our racers amazing warrior niece. Braxley is a fun, loving and sassy 3 year old. She enjoys coloring, tumbling and playing with her dogs, brother and cousins. Braxley suffers from a rare disease called Multisystemic Smooth Muscle Dysfunction Syndrome, or MSMDS for short. A life threatening condition caused by mutations in the ACTA2 gene.
MSMDS is an ultra-rare genetic disorder that affects the smooth muscle cells throughout the body--including those in the vascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular and urinary systems. Children born with ACTA2-related MSMDS often face serious, debilitating complications such as early-onset strokes, aortic dilation with risk for dissection or rupture at a young age, periventricular white matter lesions, chronically dilated and fixed pupils, chronic interstitial lung disease, hypotonic bladder and recurrent urinary infections. Many do not survive past early childhood. For those who do, the journey is filled with constant medical intervention, high-risk surgeries and a deep uncertainty about the future.
There is an amazing team of doctors and researchers working on gene therapy to help patients like Braxley. They were prepared to start a clinical trial in February of 2026. Due to cuts from the federal government, the team never received the grant to move forward. They're now in limbo of waiting on if/when they will receive the grant. Because of how quickly the disease is progressing for Braxley, she does not have the time to sit around and wait. There's hope that there's help out there, but it's an arms length away. We need champions who will support funding for research. Please consider becoming one of those champions. The lives of children and families living with ACTA2 related MSMDS depend on it.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/ali-and-nate-hodson
Please sign up and tell your friends that we would love to see the run one or 21 loops and push themselves to new heights!
Don't miss the fun and excitement of the 15th annual MO' Cowbell Race on November 8, 2026! Four events to choose from on Sunday morning, the Marathon, the Half-Marathon, 10K or the 5K. Flat & fast courses, perfect for beginners or those who want to set a new personal best!
Registration for the Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, or the 5K includes:
Commemorative performance long-sleeve swag
One-of-a-Kind finisher medal
FREE and convenient parking
Free downloadable photos for all participants
Two-day Health and Fitness ExMO' Packet Pickup
Family friendly post race party with lots of food, fun, and music
Registration for the Virtual Run includes:
2026 One-Of-A-Kind Finisher Medal
Shipping and handling of your medal to you
Option to add on race swag
Santa's North Pole Dash
Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Historic St. Charles, MO
Dust off your bell-bottoms, polish up your dancing shoes, and get ready to groove! The most wonderful run of the year is back! Welcome to the 16th Annual Santa’s North Pole Dash, where this year’s theme is officially Disco Santa! We are bringing the funk to the frost on Saturday, December 5, 2026, kicking off at 8:30 AM.
Held in beautiful, festive Historic St. Charles, this beloved tradition celebrates the beginning of the city’s world-famous holiday season. Whether you are a seasoned sprinter or a casual stroller, we have a lane for you with both 5K and 1-Mile options. Both courses are fully timed, so you can race for a personal best or just dance your way to the finish line.
The Grooviest Swag in Town
Registered participants will get loaded up with exclusive, limited-edition gear to keep you looking cool while staying warm!
Themed Runner Shirt: High-quality, Disco Santa-approved threads.
Themed Santa Hat: A festive cap with a retro, funky twist.
Finisher Medal: A custom piece of bling to commemorate your 15th-anniversary hustle.
More Than Just a Race: It's a Holiday Party!
We are turning up the volume on fun this year. Stick around before and after the dash to enjoy:
Fresh Donuts: Warm, sweet treats waiting for you at the finish line.
Giant Snowglobe: Step inside our massive, life-sized snowglobe for the ultimate holiday photo-op.
Costume Contest: Channel your inner Disco Diva or Studio 54 Santa. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative, retro, and festive looks!
Runner Prizes: Awards for top finishers across multiple age categories.
Event Details at a Glance
When: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Time: Race starts promptly at 8:30 AM
Where: Historic St. Charles, MO
Distances: 5K (Timed) & 1-Mile (Timed)
Ages & Abilities: All are welcome! Strollers and walking groups encouraged.
Can you dig it? Lace up your sneakers, grab your tinsel, and let’s make the 16th year the brightest one yet.