
Big Brothers Big Sisters Ignite 5K
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Run for a cause on scenic trails at the Big Brothers Big Sisters Ignite 5K, supporting youth in Saint Joseph.
- Scenic
- For a Cause
Join the Big Brothers Big Sisters Ignite 5K on June 14, 2025, in Saint Joseph, MO. This event supports Big Brothers Big Sisters St. Joseph, with all proceeds dedicated to igniting the potential of youth in the community. Runners will enjoy an out-and-back course along the scenic bike trails of the St. Joseph Parkway system. The route is mostly flat with gentle climbs, offering a pleasant experience as you run towards the finish line.
What to expect
- Expect a welcoming 5K experience on a scenic out-and-back course.
- Your entry includes an event t-shirt, chip timing, and finish line photo and video.
- Awards will be presented to top finishers.
Standout details
- All proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters
- Scenic bike trails along St. Joseph Parkway
- Chip timing, finish line photo and video
- Awards for top finishers
Perks & features
- Race Photos
- Shirt
From the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Course feel
A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.
Solid Challenge
Typical course trends
- Typically rolling
Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
97 5K finishers in 2025. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
32:52
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 21:54.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 53% women and 47% men in rows with usable gender data.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2025, this looks like a small field: 97 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 32:52. The quicker front of the field averaged about 21:54. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2025 | 97 | 32:52 | 36:24 | 21:54 | 18:05 / 21:50 |
Last summary update: Apr 30, 2026
From the organizer
Mark your calendars now for Big Brothers Big Sisters' Ignite 5K on June 14 at 9:00 A.M. Race Day registration will begin at 7:30 AM. All pre-registered participants can pick up their race-day packets then or on June 13 at River Bluff Brewery between 5:30-7:00 PM.
The race is an out and back course that will start and finish at the parking lot across the street from Bode Ice Arena with the turn-around at Bartlett Park. The course goes along the scenic bike trails of the St. Joseph Parkway system. This course is relatively flat with a few slight climbs that will be downhill on the way to the finish line!
All proceeds go to Big Brothers Big Sisters St. Joseph. Together, we can Ignite the Potential of the youth in our community!
Entry fee includes: Event t-shirt, chip timing, finish line photo and video, awards, and more. (Register before 6-1 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.)