From the Organizer
This is a 3-person relay event held on the Osage XC course. This year it is a "BYOB" (Bring Your Own Baton) Relay race. Be creative in your choice of a baton. Each team member will run 1 mile before handing off the baton to the next runner.
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
90°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jackson, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cape Girardeau, MO
Population
40,047
as of 2023
City Elevation
364 ft
Nearest Airport
CGI
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Fast In The Grass XC Relay, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
44
Days to train
- Race
- Fast In The Grass XC Relay
- Date
- July 31, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fast In The Grass XC Relay?
- Fast In The Grass XC Relay is a running race held in Cape Girardeau, Missouri on July 31, 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 Fast In The Grass XC Relay?
- Friday, July 31, 2026 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri at 1625 N. Kingshighway Dr.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fast In The Grass XC Relay?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fast In The Grass XC Relay
Jul 31, 2026