Events

Welcome to St. Joseph, Missouri! The Show Me Your Free State Marathon and Ultra is designed to showcase the stunning beauty of the "Show Me State" and the "Free State," where Missouri and Kansas converge along the Missouri River valley. Our goal is to provide all participants an unforgettable running experience in a welcoming environment […]

The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1-mile fun run with a Halloween twist. It’s a must-attend fall event for serious runners and families alike, whether you’re aiming for a personal best or just enjoying the festive atmosphere! Good luck and happy haunts!

First ever 15k trail race by Terrain Trail Runners! Whether you are just getting your feet wet with trail running or you are an experienced trail runner this is the race for you. The 3rd Annual Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race/15K RUCK is the first foot race to be hosted at Babler State Park in […]

The Cliff Hanger Run in the Historic Northeast is a Kansas City classic! Run on Cliff Drive, a Missouri state scenic byway, while enjoying the crisp fall air, and beautiful foliage. All runners and 1 mile walkers will receive a Cliff Hanger Shirt, Finisher medal, custom bib, free photos and treats after the race!

6:30-7:45am Packet Pickup 7:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 8:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

Experience the Quivering Quads Fall Classic on October 25th, 2026, as it returns to Cuivre River State Park in Troy, Missouri. This year marks its 27th edition, offering runners two thrilling trail distances: an 8 Mile Trail Run and a Half Marathon Trail Run. The race unfolds amidst breathtaking natural beauty, with participants greeted by […]

Conference Theme: From Soil to the Stars: Systems Connect Us All Everything is connected. The health of our land shapes our communities, and the systems we build—from schools to food networks—determine how people and ecosystems thrive. This year’s conference explores those connections across relationships, systems, and networks, inviting educators, leaders, and learners to deepen their […]

The Donut Dash is a family friendly 5K+ timed run/walk through the streets of historic downtown St. Joseph, featuring Mount Mora Cemetery, Patee House Museum and Robidoux Row. Along the route, participants can stop at designated watering holes to take a quick drink and enjoy the donut holes of the famous Gold-N-Glaze Donut & Coffee […]

US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. […]

DESCRIPTION The Ozark Trail 100 Mile Endurance Run is a point-to-point 101 mile ultramarathon on the Ozark Trail through the Mark Twain National Forest in south central Missouri.  The race is mostly on single track trail with several water crossings and approximately 12,000 feet of elevation gain. The trail surface varies from smooth dirt trail to moderately technical trail […]

This year’s Skippo returns to Castlewood State Park on October 31st & November 1st, 2026. The Skippo began in 2009 as a 20k trail race in beautiful Castlewood State Park that featured two 10k loops on a fairly flat course except, of course, for the famous stairs! The race is named after local trail running […]

A Boston qualifier, the Bass Pro Fitness Series Conservation Marathon is a excellent race for both first-time competitors and seasoned athletes looking for an event with a great course and first class amenities. Local, regional, national and international runners and walkers will participate in the Bass Pro Conservation Marathon. Routes wind participants through many beautiful neighborhoods, several […]

This year’s Skippo returns to Castlewood State Park on October 31st & November 1st, 2026. The Skippo began in 2009 as a 20k trail race in beautiful Castlewood State Park that featured two 10k loops on a fairly flat course except, of course, for the famous stairs! The race is named after local trail running […]