
From the Organizer
19th Annual Run For a Reason, benefitting St. Jude
Events
Weather
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
68°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Eldorado Springs, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
926 ft
Nearest Airport
SGF
Springfield Branson National Airport · 55 mi
Major Hub
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 106 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run For A Reason 5k & 2 Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
38
Days to train
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Run For A Reason 5k & 2 Mile
Jul 25, 2026