Running Races in Missouri
Missouri has 327 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in March, May, and June. Kansas City is the busiest city with 70 races, ahead of Saint Louis (32) and Springfield (23).
Running races by month in Missouri
Sep (84) · Oct (74) · Aug (55) · Nov (37) · Jul (30) · Dec (18) · Apr (7) · Feb (6) · Jan (5) · Mar (4) · May (4) · Jun (3)
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Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO
Springfield, MO
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Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO
July 18, 2026
Springfield, MO
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Pretty in Pink 5k !
Maryland Heights, MO
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Pretty in Pink 5k !
July 18, 2026
Maryland Heights, MO
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Asics + Superfeet Marathon Training Program
Columbia, MO
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Asics + Superfeet Marathon Training Program
July 20, 2026
Columbia, MO
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Night on the Track - Hosted By: Fleet Feet Springfield & Heartland Racing Co.
July 23, 2026
Rogersville, MO
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Race With a POINT Foam Run
Lees Summit, MO
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Race With a POINT Foam Run
July 25, 2026
Lees Summit, MO
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Run at the Ranch 5K - Benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
July 25, 2026
Harrisonville, MO
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The Lion Share 5k Run/Walk
Saint Joseph, MO
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The Lion Share 5k Run/Walk
July 25, 2026
Saint Joseph, MO
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, MO
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
July 26, 2026
Kansas City, MO
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.