2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Location
- Forest Park, Saint Louis, MO
- Distance
- Open Race
From the Organizer
An all-comers open race for the Forest Park Cross Country Festival. Come run in this unique event in the beautiful Forest Park, and stick around to see some of the Midwest's top high school cross country talent!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
63°
Based on US Climate Normals data from St Louis Sci Ctr, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saint Louis, MO
Population
293,109
as of 2023
Elevation
471 ft
Nearest Airport
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Location
- Forest Park, Saint Louis, MO
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival?
- 2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival is a running race held in Saint Louis, Missouri on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Saint Louis, Missouri at Forest Park, Saint Louis, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Forest Park Cross Country Festival
Sep 12, 2026