Running From Yeti - Springfield, MO

FEB-MAR
21-7
2026
Run playfully from Yeti Freddie in Springfield on February 21, 2026. Choose from a 5K to a full marathon, or join a relay, and all participants get a hoodie and finisher medal. This event was voted the 2nd Best 5K in North America in 2024.
21-7 Feb-Mar 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Running From Yeti event takes place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Rutledge Wilson Farm Park in Springfield, Missouri. The event features a playful theme centered around a Yeti character named Freddie, with participants encouraged to wear white.

Distances and Formats

The event offers several in-person and virtual running formats. The in-person events at the park include:

  • 5K Run/Walk
  • 10K Run/Walk
  • Half-Marathon
  • Full-Marathon
  • Half-Marathon Relay (teams of 2 to 4)
  • Marathon Relay (teams of 3 to 5)

Virtual participation options are also available for the 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon, and Full-Marathon distances.

Swag and Activities

All participants receive a city-specific hoodie, a distance-specific finisher's medal, a custom bib, and a choice of a beanie or thermal headband. The event includes music, food, and treats, with opportunities to take photos with the Yeti character. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon Relay
Marathon
Full-Marathon
Half Marathon
Half-Marathon Relay
Half Marathon
Half-Marathon
10 km
10k Run/walk
5 km
5k Run/walk
Virtual 10k
Virtual 5k
Virtual Full-Marathon
Virtual Half-Marathon