Runaround Cross Country Festival
- Date Fri 14th August 2026
- Time 5:00PM CDT
- Location Joplin, Missouri
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating evening at the 2nd Annual Runaround Cross Country Festival on Friday, August 14th, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri! This exciting event will take place at the Tom Rutledge Cross Country Course and is completely FREE for all Student Athletes and Cross Country teams eager to participate. Join fellow runners from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a fantastic lineup of activities including shoe demos from top brands like Brooks, HOKA, and Nike, thrilling giveaways, and a chance to compete in a continuous lap challenge.
Athletes will race on timed 1/2 mile laps, showcasing their skills while vying for individual and team awards. Compete for the coveted "Extra Mile" Award for the most individual laps, the "Gazelle" Award for the fastest lap, and the "Iron Pack" Award for the team with the most laps completed. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to interact with brand representatives and learn from experts at "The Clinic" hosted by Midwestern Built Health. Mark your calendars for a day filled with competition, education, and community spirit at the Runaround Cross Country Festival!
Athletes will race on timed 1/2 mile laps, showcasing their skills while vying for individual and team awards. Compete for the coveted "Extra Mile" Award for the most individual laps, the "Gazelle" Award for the fastest lap, and the "Iron Pack" Award for the team with the most laps completed. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to interact with brand representatives and learn from experts at "The Clinic" hosted by Midwestern Built Health. Mark your calendars for a day filled with competition, education, and community spirit at the Runaround Cross Country Festival!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Runaround XC Festival! This event is FREE to any Student Athlete/Cross Country team wanting to participate.
Join us at the Tom Rutledge Cross Country Course in Joplin, MO for an evening filled with shoe demos, giveaways, competition, education, and camaraderie. Athletes will have the opportunity to test trainers and spikes from many of the top running brands while participating in a continuous lap challenge throughout the evening.
Each participating brand will host a demo station where athletes can try on shoes, learn about products, and earn chances to win giveaways! The 1/2 Mile laps will be timed and tracked during the event, with prizes awarded for both individual and team performances.
The "Extra Mile" Award -- Most individual laps completed.
The "Gazelle" Award -- Fastest Individual lap
The "Iron Pack" Award -- Team with the most total laps completed
This event will also feature:
"The Clinic" Presented by Midwestern Built Health (Jen & Chris Banks)
Brand interaction opportunities with representatives from top running companies. Featured brands include: Brooks, HOKA, New Balance, On, Mizuno, Saucony, Asics, Diadora, Nike, Altra, Topo, and Mount to Coast.
Event Details:
Friday, August 14th 2026
5:00pm-8:00pm
Tom Rutledge Cross Country Course (MSSU) Joplin, MO 64801
Join us at the Tom Rutledge Cross Country Course in Joplin, MO for an evening filled with shoe demos, giveaways, competition, education, and camaraderie. Athletes will have the opportunity to test trainers and spikes from many of the top running brands while participating in a continuous lap challenge throughout the evening.
Each participating brand will host a demo station where athletes can try on shoes, learn about products, and earn chances to win giveaways! The 1/2 Mile laps will be timed and tracked during the event, with prizes awarded for both individual and team performances.
The "Extra Mile" Award -- Most individual laps completed.
The "Gazelle" Award -- Fastest Individual lap
The "Iron Pack" Award -- Team with the most total laps completed
This event will also feature:
"The Clinic" Presented by Midwestern Built Health (Jen & Chris Banks)
Brand interaction opportunities with representatives from top running companies. Featured brands include: Brooks, HOKA, New Balance, On, Mizuno, Saucony, Asics, Diadora, Nike, Altra, Topo, and Mount to Coast.
Event Details:
Friday, August 14th 2026
5:00pm-8:00pm
Tom Rutledge Cross Country Course (MSSU) Joplin, MO 64801
Races
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Runaround Cross Country Festival
Fri 14th August 2026 (5:00PM CDT)
Free
(Demo Event) Total Number of Laps will be counted
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Location
3950 Newman Rd, Joplin, 64801, MO, United States
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