Moonlight Howl 5K
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Moonlight Howl 5K (15th Annual)
The Moonlight Howl 5K Run/Walk is a nighttime 5K event held in Ballwin, Missouri on Friday, October 23, 2026. The race day location is The Wolf Café, 15480 Clayton Rd., Ballwin, MO 63011. Pre-event packet pickup is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026 at SBR Bikes & Brews, 17089 North Outer 40 Road Units 137 & 138, Chesterfield, MO 63005. Packet pickup requires a photo ID.
The event offers a single race option: a 5K run or walk. Registration includes a long sleeve race shirt, a finisher medal, live race results, and awards for top finishers. The last day to register to guarantee a race shirt is September 29, 2026. Additional items are available for purchase.
Awards are given to the top two overall male and female finishers for each race and the top two male and female finishers in each age group: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+. On-course provisions note that athletes should carry their own nutrition; water and an electrolyte drink will be available on the course. Parking is available at the café and on surrounding residential streets. Post race food, drinks, and music are provided, and each runner receives one complimentary beverage from The Wolf Café Tap Room.
This race is part of the Ballwin Race Series. A portion of race entries supports the Ballwin Parks and Recreation Scholarship Fund. The event is held rain or shine; management may cancel or alter the race for safety and all entry fees are nonrefundable. Photographs may be taken and used in promotional materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
