Union Founder's Day 10K | 5K
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 6:00PM CDT
- Location Union, Missouri
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the 47th Annual Union Founder's Day 10K and 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in Union, Franklin. This exciting race returns to its roots with an evening start, perfectly timed to coincide with Union's beloved Founder's Day Festival. As the oldest road race in Franklin County and one of the longest-running events in the St. Louis metro area, this event promises a challenging yet rewarding experience for all participants.
Join the community as you race through the heart of Union, starting and finishing at the courthouse square. Bring your family along to enjoy the festivities, including turtle races, craft vendors, and competitions like cornhole and pickleball. After crossing the finish line, participants aged 21 and over can celebrate their achievement with a complimentary beer while soaking in the live music and vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the Union R-XI Foundation, which benefits students and programs in the local school district. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this cherished tradition!
Join the community as you race through the heart of Union, starting and finishing at the courthouse square. Bring your family along to enjoy the festivities, including turtle races, craft vendors, and competitions like cornhole and pickleball. After crossing the finish line, participants aged 21 and over can celebrate their achievement with a complimentary beer while soaking in the live music and vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the Union R-XI Foundation, which benefits students and programs in the local school district. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this cherished tradition!
Organiser's Description
PROCEEDS FROM THE RACE WILL BENEFIT THE UNION R-XI FOUNDATION.
Join us for the 47th Annual Founder's Day Run presented by the Union R-XI Foundation. Under new direction, the race has returned to its roots with an evening start during Union's annual Founder's Day Festival. Being the oldest and longest-standing road race in Franklin County and one of the oldest in the St. Louis metro area, the Founder's Day Run has been known to be a tough race. This year will be no different. The start/finish has been moved to the courthouse square.
Come early and bring your family to see what Founder's Day has to offer. Then after you finish your race grab yourself a FREE beer (21 and over) and stick around and enjoy some music. Founder's Day is an annual family-friendly event and takes place at the courthouse square in downtown Union. The celebration is sponsored by the Union Parks & Recreation Department and local businesses with the primary goal of bringing our community together to celebrate our great city. The festivities include turtle races, craft vendors, a cornhole tournament, pickleball tournament, pie baking contest, food trucks, music, and more.
The Union R-XI Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, charitable organization that supports the students, staff, facilities, and programs of the Union R-XI School District. To learn more about the Foundation please visit https://www.rxifoundation.org/.
Early-bird registration: Now through 4/10/25
Late registration: 4/11/25 - Race Day**
Online registration ends 5/7/25
**Registrations submitted after 4/10/25 are NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT.
Join us for the 47th Annual Founder's Day Run presented by the Union R-XI Foundation. Under new direction, the race has returned to its roots with an evening start during Union's annual Founder's Day Festival. Being the oldest and longest-standing road race in Franklin County and one of the oldest in the St. Louis metro area, the Founder's Day Run has been known to be a tough race. This year will be no different. The start/finish has been moved to the courthouse square.
Come early and bring your family to see what Founder's Day has to offer. Then after you finish your race grab yourself a FREE beer (21 and over) and stick around and enjoy some music. Founder's Day is an annual family-friendly event and takes place at the courthouse square in downtown Union. The celebration is sponsored by the Union Parks & Recreation Department and local businesses with the primary goal of bringing our community together to celebrate our great city. The festivities include turtle races, craft vendors, a cornhole tournament, pickleball tournament, pie baking contest, food trucks, music, and more.
The Union R-XI Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, charitable organization that supports the students, staff, facilities, and programs of the Union R-XI School District. To learn more about the Foundation please visit https://www.rxifoundation.org/.
Early-bird registration: Now through 4/10/25
Late registration: 4/11/25 - Race Day**
Online registration ends 5/7/25
**Registrations submitted after 4/10/25 are NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT.
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