Summer Sizzle Series
- Date
- June 25 – August 6, 2026
- Distance
- Summer Series · Summer Series - 1 Mile Fun Run · 2 Mile - Shaw Park & more
From the Organizer
We’re kicking off a brand-new summer tradition for St. Louis runners. Whether you’re getting fit for fall, looking for a fun midweek run, or just want an excuse to get outside with your people, the Summer Sizzle Series is your Thursday night plan all summer long.
June 25: 2 Mile @ Shaw Park
July 9: 4K @ Tower Grove Park
July 23: 4 Mile @ 370 Lakeside Park
August 6: 5K @ George Winter Park
Four races, four parks, different distances each time. Enjoy summer nights, great parks, music, movement, and a laid-back post-run hang with your crew.
Here’s what’s in store:
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4 unique races at different parks across the area
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Flexible options - jump in for one or commit to the full series
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Plus - each night includes a 1 Mile Fun Run, so bring the whole crew
Register for the full Summer Sizzle Series:
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Complete 3 out of 4 races to earn a series finisher medal
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Score an exclusive series shirt
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Stay motivated all summer long
Turn up the Heat. Cool Down with Stride.
And when the running’s done, the night’s not over—hang out, cool down, and enjoy a post-run Stride Beer from our sponsor 4Hands!
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
88°
Typical Low
70°
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 Summer Sizzle Series, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
17
Days to train
- Race
- Summer Sizzle Series
- Date
- June 25 – August 6, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Summer Sizzle Series?
- Summer Sizzle Series is a running race held in Saint Louis, Missouri on June 25, 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 Summer Sizzle Series?
- Thursday, June 25, 2026 in Saint Louis, Missouri at 5029 Northrup Ave, Saint Louis, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Summer Sizzle Series?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Summer Sizzle Series
Jun 25, 2026