35th Annual Run for the Hills

Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT

Location: Nottingham and Childress, Saint Louis, MO 63109
Type: Run

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Race feel

Celebrate 35 years of community and support Francis Park with a fun 5K run or 1-mile walk in Saint Louis.

Fun
For a Cause

The 35th Annual Run for the Hills invites you to a community-focused morning in Saint Louis, MO. This event features a 3.1-mile run and a 1-mile walk or kids' race, offering a welcoming atmosphere for all ages and paces. Participation directly supports Francis Park, with all proceeds dedicated to its maintenance and improvement. Join neighbors, friends, and family for a fun day while contributing to a beloved local green space. Register early to guarantee your fashionable t-shirt.

What to expect

Enjoy a welcoming 3.1-mile run or a 1-mile walk through the neighborhood.
Kids can join the 1-mile race, making it a family-friendly outing.
Receive a fashionable commemorative t-shirt by registering early.

From the organizer

35 Years of Running these Hills!

Now is the perfect time to get ready for the 2026 Run for the Hills. Whether you want to run the 5k, walk the 1 miler, watch your kids compete in the 1 mile race or sign up to get a very fashionable t-shirt which have been spotted in countries across the globe, all of the money raised from the Run for the Hills is spent directly on our beloved neighborhood Francis Park. Please sign up to support your park and neighborhood and encourage your neighbors and friends to join you.

Bring your block, bring your bootcamp, bring your babies in their running strollers - just show up and be ready for a fun morning on September 19th!

5k race starts at 8 at Donovan and Itaska.