Forest Park 5K & Kids Dash
- Date Sun 16th August 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Saint Louis, Missouri
- Price $17.61 - $44.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Forest Park 5K & Kids Dash on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in the beautiful St. Louis City! This annual event, hosted in collaboration with Big River Running, is a fantastic opportunity for families and running enthusiasts alike to enjoy a day of fitness and fun while supporting the park. Participants can take part in the 5K race, and children are invited to join the non-timed Kids Dash for a memorable experience.
For those who can't attend in person, the Virtual Runner option allows you to still be part of the event by receiving an exclusive run shirt to wear with pride. Don't miss out on this unique chance to contribute to the preservation of Forest Park while enjoying a lively day filled with community spirit and athletic achievement!
For those who can't attend in person, the Virtual Runner option allows you to still be part of the event by receiving an exclusive run shirt to wear with pride. Don't miss out on this unique chance to contribute to the preservation of Forest Park while enjoying a lively day filled with community spirit and athletic achievement!
Organiser's Description
Partnering again with Big River Running, Forest Park Forever is set to host another annual Forest Park 5K & Kids Dash. Its the only race in the Park that benefits the Park!
Bring your kids for our non-timed Kids Dash! Want to participate but can't join us? Be a "Virtual Runner" and receive the run shirt and wear it with pride!
To view your in-person 5K results, please follow this link: HTTPS://WWW.FORESTPARKFOREVER.ORG/ILFP-5K [https://www.forestparkforever.org/ilfp-5k]
Bring your kids for our non-timed Kids Dash! Want to participate but can't join us? Be a "Virtual Runner" and receive the run shirt and wear it with pride!
To view your in-person 5K results, please follow this link: HTTPS://WWW.FORESTPARKFOREVER.ORG/ILFP-5K [https://www.forestparkforever.org/ilfp-5k]
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$44.30
OPENS 11 APRAll participants will receive a 2026 limited edition I Love Forest Park T-shirt. Share your photos, videos and words of encouragement to others on the Forest Park Forever Facebook page. Let's stay connected, active, healthy and united for Forest Park Forever's ongoing mission to restore, maintain and sustain Forest Park! -
Kids Dash
Incl. $2.61 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$17.61
OPENS 11 APRThe Kids Dash is roughly a quarter of a mile. All participants will receive a 2026 limited edition I Love Forest Park T-shirt. -
Virtual 5K Run
Incl. $3.29 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.29
OPENS 11 APRA Virtual Run is a race in which you can run (or walk) from any location you choose on the paths or roads of Forest Park or any location you choose. You get to run at your own pace and time it yourself. Or, you can sleep in and still get the credit! Either way you still get to support Forest Park Forever. Registered participants can complete their chosen distance any time during the period between August 16 and August 23 and will receive a 2026 limited edition I Love Forest Park T-shirt. Share your photos, videos and words of encouragement to others on the Forest Park Forever Facebook page. Let's stay connected, active, healthy and united for Forest Park Forever's ongoing mission to restore, maintain and sustain Forest Park!
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