Folky Fish Run

Folky Fish Run

Folky Fish Run is a community race at Maramec Spring Park in St. James, Missouri, held on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The event offers multiple course distances and a run/walk option.

Distances

• 1 Mile
• 5K
• 10K
• Half Marathon

Race registration includes a themed race shirt, a headband, a finisher medal, live race results, race photos, awards for top finishers, and a post-race area with music, food, and drinks. A portion of every entry will benefit Meramec Spring Park. Additional race merchandise is available for purchase.

Pre-event packet pickup takes place Friday, May 29, 2026, at St. James Winery Taproom; participants must bring photo identification and may pick up packets for others. Race day is at Maramec Spring Park; public parking is available and a $7 per person parking fee is collected at the gate, payable by cash or credit.

On-course support includes water and an electrolyte drink. The finish area will feature light snacks, local vendors, live music acts from the festival, and an awards ceremony. Awards include top 3 overall male and female for 5K, 10K, and half marathon, plus top 2 age-group awards for the same distances across standard age categories.

Key policies: the event has time cutoffs (half marathon 3.5 hours, other distances 2.5 hours), no refunds or transfers, no inclement weather makeup date, and an optional race insurance policy. Dogs are not allowed on course except approved ADA service animals. Photographs taken at the public event may be used for promotional purposes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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