Classic 107.3 Beat Beethoven 5K
- Date Sun 19th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location St. Louis, Missouri
- Price $28.29 - $38.96
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 5th Annual Classic 107.3 Beat Beethoven 5K on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the picturesque Creve Coeur Lake Park in St. Louis! This unique event combines the thrill of a 5K race with the exhilarating challenge of finishing before the last note of Beethoven's iconic Symphony No. 5, which lasts approximately 33 minutes. As you dash through the scenic park, enjoy the live broadcast by Classic 107.3, starting the race with the first notes of this classical masterpiece.
For those preferring a more leisurely pace, the Missy Mazzoli Mile offers a fantastic alternative, celebrating the Grammy-nominated composer known for her contemporary classical works. Participants will receive a stylish Bella + Canvas cotton t-shirt, a finishers medal, and the chance to win fun prizes for the best themed outfits or top finishers. Plus, kids under 18 can benefit from a special registration discount! Join us for a day filled with music, fun, and community spirit—ready, set, Beethoven!
For those preferring a more leisurely pace, the Missy Mazzoli Mile offers a fantastic alternative, celebrating the Grammy-nominated composer known for her contemporary classical works. Participants will receive a stylish Bella + Canvas cotton t-shirt, a finishers medal, and the chance to win fun prizes for the best themed outfits or top finishers. Plus, kids under 18 can benefit from a special registration discount! Join us for a day filled with music, fun, and community spirit—ready, set, Beethoven!
Organiser's Description
Join us Sunday, April 19, 2026 at Creve Coeur Lake Park for our 5th Annual run/walk event for Classic 107.3 - Radio Arts Foundation, the only community-supported arts and classical radio station in St. Louis! In the 5K race, the goal is to finish before the end of Ludwig van Beethoven's famous Symphony No. 5 (about 33 minutes). The station will be broadcasting live, and the race starts with the first note of the first movement playing on Classic 107.3! Beethoven himself will be there to wish you Viel Gl"uck!
There will be fun prizes for those dressed for the theme and for the top three finishers overall.
For those interested in a more relaxed experience, try the Missy Mazzoli Mile, named in honor of the Grammy-nominated contemporary classical composer recently described as Brooklyns post-millennial Mozart. Everyone who registers for either event before the deadline will receive a Bella + Canvas cotton t-shirt and a finishers medal, and more. Kids under 18 receive a registration discount. Ready, set, Beethoven!
There will be fun prizes for those dressed for the theme and for the top three finishers overall.
For those interested in a more relaxed experience, try the Missy Mazzoli Mile, named in honor of the Grammy-nominated contemporary classical composer recently described as Brooklyns post-millennial Mozart. Everyone who registers for either event before the deadline will receive a Bella + Canvas cotton t-shirt and a finishers medal, and more. Kids under 18 receive a registration discount. Ready, set, Beethoven!
Races
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Beat Beethoven 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.96
OPENS 01 AUGThis Beat Beethoven 5K is a fundraising event for Classic 107.3, the community-supported classical radio station in St. Louis, and will be held on April 19, 2026 in Creve Coeur Lake Park. Everyone who registers before the deadline will receive an event t-shirt and a finishers medal (plus on-air radio shout-outs if you beat Beethoven)! Kids under 18 receive a registration discount. -
Missy Mazzoli Mile
Incl. $3.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$33.63
OPENS 01 AUGGrammy-nominated composer Missy Mazzoli was recently deemed Brooklyns post-millennial Mozart. As a classical composer who is creating beautiful music today, Classic 107.3 wanted to honor her with this 1-mile walk. Everyone who registers before the deadline will receive an event t-shirt and a finishers medal. Kids under 18 receive a registration discount. -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.29 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.29
OPENS 01 AUGThis Beat Beethoven 5K is a fundraising event for Classic 107.3, the community-supported classical radio station in St. Louis, and will be held on April 19, 2026 in Creve Coeur Park. Everyone who registers before the deadline will receive an event t-shirt and a finishers medal (plus on-air radio shout-outs if you beat Beethoven)! Kids under 18 receive a registration discount.
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