From the Organizer
The Hancock Cross Country Invitational is a historic annual meet held at Jefferson Barracks Park. Here, you can register for the open race, which begins at 8:00am prior to the high school races. This is a unique opportunity to race on the iconic cross country course. All ages and abilities welcome! Stick around after your race and watch some of the area's top high school distance running 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
69°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cahokia, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saint Louis, MO
Population
293,109
as of 2023
City 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 Hancock XC Invitational Open Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
116
Days to train
- Race
- Hancock XC Invitational Open Race
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 345 North Road, Saint Louis, MO
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hancock XC Invitational Open Race?
- Hancock XC Invitational Open Race is a running race held in Saint Louis, Missouri on October 17, 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 Hancock XC Invitational Open Race?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Saint Louis, Missouri at 345 North Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hancock XC Invitational Open Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hancock XC Invitational Open Race
Oct 17, 2026