UMSL 5K Run/Walk hosted by the UMSL Alumni Association
UMSL 5K Run/Walk hosted by the UMSL Alumni Association is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Saint Louis, MO, with entry fees from $15 to $30.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (86 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Lace up for the 6th annual UMSL 5K Run/Walk! Hosted by the UMSL Alumni Association, this campus tradition brings together Tritons past and present for a fun race through the heart of the University of Missouri–St. Louis. All proceeds from the 5k Run/Walk with benefit the UMSL Athletics Department.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just enjoying the stroll, it’s the perfect way to reconnect, recharge and show your UMSL pride. See old friends, meet new ones and enjoy the beautiful surroundings!
All participants receive a commemorative race t-shirt, a medal and other Triton treats and surprises. All are welcome to sign up!
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
49°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from St Louis Lambert Intl Ap, 5 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 UMSL 5K Run/Walk hosted by the UMSL Alumni Association, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
86
Days to train
- Race
- UMSL 5K Run/Walk hosted by the UMSL Alumni Association
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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
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UMSL 5K Run/Walk hosted by the UMSL Alumni Association
Oct 17, 2026