Winterfest 5K
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 7:30AM CST
- Location Saint Louis, Missouri
- Price $22.95 - $28.29
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season in style at the Winterfest 5K on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in the heart of St. Louis at Gateway Arch National Park! This exciting event not only allows participants to experience the iconic Arch grounds but also supports the park's official nonprofit conservancy. Runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in the 5K, which offers breathtaking views of Downtown St. Louis, the historic Old Courthouse, and the majestic Gateway Arch itself.
For those looking for a lighter pace, a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk is also available, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Participants will receive a commemorative medal and t-shirt, with additional prizes for race winners. After the race, join in the festivities at Kiener Plaza, where the seven-week-long Winterfest celebration kicks off with ice skating, s'mores stations, heated igloos, and much more! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate the season while supporting a great cause—mark your calendars for the Winterfest 5K!
For those looking for a lighter pace, a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk is also available, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Participants will receive a commemorative medal and t-shirt, with additional prizes for race winners. After the race, join in the festivities at Kiener Plaza, where the seven-week-long Winterfest celebration kicks off with ice skating, s'mores stations, heated igloos, and much more! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate the season while supporting a great cause—mark your calendars for the Winterfest 5K!
Organiser's Description
Kick off the holiday season in true St. Louis style at the Winterfest 5K, returning for its sixth year at Gateway Arch National Park. The Winterfest 5K is the only official run/walk that goes through and supports Gateway Arch National Park's official nonprofit conservancy, giving you a chance to experience the Arch grounds like never before. While you run or walk, you'll take in stunning views of Downtown St. Louis, the Old Courthouse, and the iconic Gateway Arch. Directly after the race, our seven-week long Winterfest celebration will kick off in Kiener Plaza with ice skating, s'mores stations, heated igloos, and so much more.
All ages and experience levels are welcome at the 5K. For those who prefer a lighter pace, a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk that loops around the Gateway Arch is also available. Participants will receive a commemorative medal and t-shirt, and winners will receive additional special prizes.
Gateway Arch Park Foundation [https://www.archpark.org/] is the official philanthropic partner and conservancy for Gateway Arch National Park, supporting conservation, preservation, education and community programs at and around the park. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to ensure the Gateway Arch, its grounds, neighboring public spaces, and attractions will be a vital, welcoming, and well-supported resource for the community and nation for generations to come.
All ages and experience levels are welcome at the 5K. For those who prefer a lighter pace, a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk that loops around the Gateway Arch is also available. Participants will receive a commemorative medal and t-shirt, and winners will receive additional special prizes.
Gateway Arch Park Foundation [https://www.archpark.org/] is the official philanthropic partner and conservancy for Gateway Arch National Park, supporting conservation, preservation, education and community programs at and around the park. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to ensure the Gateway Arch, its grounds, neighboring public spaces, and attractions will be a vital, welcoming, and well-supported resource for the community and nation for generations to come.
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Kiener Plaza, 500 Chestnut Street, Saint Louis, 63101, MO, United States
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