Friends of Kids with Cancer's Walk with a Friend
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location St. Louis, Missouri
- Price $39.00 - $44.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for a heartwarming day at the Friends of Kids with Cancer's Walk with a Friend on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in beautiful St. Louis! This uplifting event runs from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., featuring a timed 10K run and a fun 5K run along the picturesque East side of Creve Coeur Lake, along with a meaningful 1-mile walk on the West side, celebrating and honoring the strength of children and families affected by cancer.
With race registrations starting at just $35 for early birds until March 19, participants will enjoy exciting activities including bounce houses, games, face painting, and delicious food from local food trucks. This family-friendly gathering is perfect for everyone, with kids under 2 joining for free! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a fun-filled spring morning together. Register by April 10 or sign up on race day from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and be part of this inspiring community event!
With race registrations starting at just $35 for early birds until March 19, participants will enjoy exciting activities including bounce houses, games, face painting, and delicious food from local food trucks. This family-friendly gathering is perfect for everyone, with kids under 2 joining for free! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a fun-filled spring morning together. Register by April 10 or sign up on race day from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and be part of this inspiring community event!
Organiser's Description
7:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. Run Start
9:00 a.m. Walk Start
Rain or Shine
A fun Spring morning for the whole family with bounce houses, games, face painting, breakfast snacks, popcorn, food trucks, & more. This fundraiser is a day of fun to honor, remember, and support the strength, courage, love, and care of kids and families facing a cancer diagnosis.
Register on by April 10. Race day registrations are open from 7:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. on April 11 at the event pavilion.
10K RUN
$45 Registration
$40 Early Bird Registration
ENDS MARCH 19, 2026
Runners compete in the timed 10K fun run along the East side of Creve Coeur Lake, with prizes for men's, women's, and children's categories.
Registration includes all activities, an event t-shirt, and a timed run from Big River Racing Company.
5K FUN RUN
$40 Registration
$35 Early Bird Registration
ENDS MARCH 19, 2026
Runners compete in the timed 5K fun run along the East side of Creve Coeur Lake, with prizes for men's, women's, and children's categories.
Registration includes all activities, an event t-shirt, and a timed run from Big River Racing Company.
1-MILE WALK
$40 Registration
$35 Early Bird Registration
ENDS MARCH 19, 2026
This joyous gathering of families features an honor and memorial 1-mile walk along the West side of Creve Coeur Lake, where patient families and supporters hold signs in tribute to their loved ones affected by cancer and blood diseases.
Registration includes all activities and an event t-shirt.
EVENT SHIRT NOT GUARANTEED AFTER MARCH 19. KIDS 2 AND UNDER ARE FREE! (SHIRT NOT INCLUDED.)
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES FOR ALL
The morning is filled with fun for the whole family, including breakfast refreshments, popcorn, bounce houses, lawn games, archery, basketball, face painting, and moreall included with your ticket.
All activities begin at 7:30 a.m. and continue through the event until 11:00 a.m.
FOOD TRUCKS & VENDORS
Enjoy food and drink from food trucks that give back. Vendor booths and food trucks accept cash or card.
PACKET PICK-UP
Pick up running bib and t-shirt before the event at the Friends of Kids with Cancer office on THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 7 A.M.7 P.M. OR pick up at the event from 7:30 a.m.8:30 a.m.
QUESTIONS ABOUT WALK WITH A FRIEND?
There are so many ways to participate in Walk with a Friend. If you have questions, please read more about the event in the FAQ section of our website.
EVENT FAQ [http://walkfaq.html]
Contact Kim Wisdom, Volunteer & Events Coordinator at
[email protected] or call 314.275.7440
9:00 a.m. Run Start
9:00 a.m. Walk Start
Rain or Shine
A fun Spring morning for the whole family with bounce houses, games, face painting, breakfast snacks, popcorn, food trucks, & more. This fundraiser is a day of fun to honor, remember, and support the strength, courage, love, and care of kids and families facing a cancer diagnosis.
Register on by April 10. Race day registrations are open from 7:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. on April 11 at the event pavilion.
10K RUN
$45 Registration
$40 Early Bird Registration
ENDS MARCH 19, 2026
Runners compete in the timed 10K fun run along the East side of Creve Coeur Lake, with prizes for men's, women's, and children's categories.
Registration includes all activities, an event t-shirt, and a timed run from Big River Racing Company.
5K FUN RUN
$40 Registration
$35 Early Bird Registration
ENDS MARCH 19, 2026
Runners compete in the timed 5K fun run along the East side of Creve Coeur Lake, with prizes for men's, women's, and children's categories.
Registration includes all activities, an event t-shirt, and a timed run from Big River Racing Company.
1-MILE WALK
$40 Registration
$35 Early Bird Registration
ENDS MARCH 19, 2026
This joyous gathering of families features an honor and memorial 1-mile walk along the West side of Creve Coeur Lake, where patient families and supporters hold signs in tribute to their loved ones affected by cancer and blood diseases.
Registration includes all activities and an event t-shirt.
EVENT SHIRT NOT GUARANTEED AFTER MARCH 19. KIDS 2 AND UNDER ARE FREE! (SHIRT NOT INCLUDED.)
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES FOR ALL
The morning is filled with fun for the whole family, including breakfast refreshments, popcorn, bounce houses, lawn games, archery, basketball, face painting, and moreall included with your ticket.
All activities begin at 7:30 a.m. and continue through the event until 11:00 a.m.
FOOD TRUCKS & VENDORS
Enjoy food and drink from food trucks that give back. Vendor booths and food trucks accept cash or card.
PACKET PICK-UP
Pick up running bib and t-shirt before the event at the Friends of Kids with Cancer office on THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 7 A.M.7 P.M. OR pick up at the event from 7:30 a.m.8:30 a.m.
QUESTIONS ABOUT WALK WITH A FRIEND?
There are so many ways to participate in Walk with a Friend. If you have questions, please read more about the event in the FAQ section of our website.
EVENT FAQ [http://walkfaq.html]
Contact Kim Wisdom, Volunteer & Events Coordinator at
[email protected] or call 314.275.7440
Races
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10k Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$44.00
The 10K race is timed and prizes are given to first place winners in men's, women's, and kids' categories. New and experienced runners welcome. -
5k Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$39.00
The 5K race is timed and prizes are given to first place winners in men's, women's, and kids' categories. New and experienced runners welcome. -
1m Walk
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$39.00
For this memorial & honor walk, bring signs and warm clothes. Strollers, carts, and well-behaved dogs are welcome. -
Virtual Walk/Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$39.00
Show your support by running or walking on your own. Be sure to tag Friends of Kids with Cancer in your social media posts.
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Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, Tremayne Shelter, 13725 Marine Ave, St. Louis, 63146, MO, United States
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