
Race Options

Race Options
Race Options


Registration includes a race t-shirt, finisher medal, live race results, race photos, awards for the top finishers and a post-race party with music, food and drinks! Additional items available for purchase. Travlin' Tom's Coffee Truck and Kona Ice will be onsite and have items for sale for spectators and athletes!
2026 FINISHERS SWAG!
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THANK YOU TO OUR RACE SPONSORS!
A portion of every race entry will go towards
Love to Run St. Charles
SATURDAY, MAY 15, 2027
You know you'll love it!
Lace up and fall in love with running in historic downtown St. Charles! Whether you're tackling the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, Love to Run St. Charles offers a scenic race experience filled with beautiful views, charming surroundings, and plenty of fun along the way!
Enjoy flat, fast courses that take you along the scenic Katy Trail, through beautiful Frontier Park, and past picturesque views of the Missouri River. You'll even experience a shady, non-technical bonus trail that's a hidden gem just off the Katy!
The fun doesn't stop at the finish line! Stick around for our post-race celebration in Frontier Park, complete with music, refreshments, awards, and plenty of good vibes.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, checking off a new distance, or simply enjoying a morning with friends, there's something for everyone at Love to Run St. Charles.
Come for the run. Stay for the fun. You'll love every mile!
Pre-Event PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2027
LOCATION:
Bike Stop Cafe
701 S. Riverside Dr.
St. Charles, MO 63301
TIME:
2:30pm – 7:30pm
Make sure you bring your photo ID. You may pick up other participant's packets if you have a photo or copy of their photo ID.
RACE DAY & Finish Line Fun
SATURDAY, MAY 15, 2027
LOCATION:
Jaycee Stage, Frontier Park
500 S Riverside Dr
Saint Charles, MO 63301
PARKING:
Public Parking Lot across the street from the Jaycee Stage, along Riverside Drive or at the Lewis and Clark Boathouse & Museum Parking Lot. For the most convenient experience, we strongly recommend parking at the Lewis & Clark Boathouse & Museum. The spacious lot offers easy access and is just a short walk to the start/finish line via the bridge and the Frontier Park Trail.
AGENDA & DESCRIPTION:
5:30am-7:00am – Race day packet pickup. We highly encourage that all athletes pick up their packets at the pickup event on Friday, May 14th (see above for more details).
7:00am– Race start begins for half marathon participants.
7:30am – Race start begins for 5K and 10K participants
ON COURSE NUTRITION:
Please carry your own nutrition (gels, chews, snacks). Water and electrolyte drink on the run for all athletes.
FINISH LINE FUN:
Food, drinks and music at the finish line! Post run fun at beautiful Frontier Park!
AWARDS:
Listen for announcements. We will start the awards as soon as the majority of each distance have finished.
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Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers for each race
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Top 3 Age Group Male & Female Awards for each race in the following age categories: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
RACE CUTOFFS: Half marathon distance athletes have 3.5 hours to complete the half marathon. 5K and 10K distance athletes have 3 hours to complete the 5K and 10K.
Race management reserves the right to remove an athlete from the course and DNF the athlete if course officials determine there is no possibility of an athlete finishing before the posted cut off times based on an athlete’s location, time, and average speed up to that point.
RACE SHIRT GUARANTEE:
Last day to register to guarantee a race shirt is April 13, 2027. After the cutoff date t-shirts will be distributed on a first come, first to register basis.
DOGS:
We love animals, but due to insurance requirements, dogs are not permitted on the race course. NOTE: Athletes who require a service animal as defined by the ADA in order to participate must contact us in advance so that we can make accommodations.
RUNNING WITH A STROLLER:
We welcome our littlest participants! If you plan to run or walk with a stroller, please be sure to register each child accompanying you. Registration is required for insurance and safety purposes and ensures your little race buddies receive their own customized race bib, a special prize at the finish line, and access to all on-course and finish line amenities.
COURSE REMINDERS:
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone at the race, please keep the following in mind:
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No dogs or unregistered strollers are permitted on the course.
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If you choose to wear headphones during the race, please keep the volume low enough to hear instructions from volunteers, police officers, and race crew, as well as communicate with fellow athletes. Your safety and the safety of others is our top priority!
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Stay to the right side of the trail at all times unless passing.
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Remain single file whenever possible, especially on narrower sections of the trail.
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If running or walking side by side, limit groups to no more than two people wide.
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Be aware of athletes around you and move to the right to allow faster runners to pass when needed.
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When passing, communicate clearly and safely.
INCLEMENT WEATHER, REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY:
There is NO inclement weather makeup date. In the event of inclement weather, race management reserves the right to cancel, alter, modify, or shorten the event/course if necessary for participant, volunteer, or staff safety. Any decision regarding race operations will be made with overall event safety as the top priority.
There are NO refunds, deferrals, or complimentary race entries to future events under any circumstances, including weather-related cancellations or course modifications. All entry fees are non-transferable, and race registrations may not be transferred to another participant.
All monies collected are used to plan, organize, and produce the event, including race supplies, permits, staffing, administration, and operational expenses. By registering, each participant acknowledges and accepts these risks and policies.
Participants concerned about unexpected circumstances are strongly encouraged to purchase the optional race insurance policy offered during registration.
PHOTO DISCLAIMER:
There may be a photographer on site capturing pictures of the event. Since this is a public event, we reserve the right to post photos on our social media or agency website. Photos may also be used in promotional materials.
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