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Missouri Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in Missouri for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 128 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in Missouri below and join the walking community at these great events!
October 2026
The event features a 3K walk in downtown St. Louis starting at North 15th and Chestnut. The route is on city streets rain or shine; walkers line 14th between Olive and Clark to view the car parade and walking alongside moving vehicles is prohibit..
Walkers follow the 5K 3.1 Miles course at St. Joseph Firefighter's Memorial, 3202 Faraon. Packet pickup Fri 10/02 4 to 7pm at Station 9; walkers get a finisher medal and a T Shirt, shirts guaranteed if registered before Sept 15.
A dog friendly walk of 1.86 Miles around Lake Winnebago Dam on Southshore Drive in Lake Winnebago, MO. Registration costs $30 and includes a participant T shirt and a bandana for the dog, with proceeds benefiting the Lake Winnebago Lions Club Lea..
Walkers can choose a 5K (3.1 miles) in Forest Park from the Upper Muny lot or an untimed 1 mile route. 5K walkers receive a bib with timing chip and packets are available in advance and at Upper Muny on race morning.
The event offers a night 5k walk at Route 66 State Park in Eureka, MO on a paved flat course lit by pathlighters. 5k walkers receive a long sleeve t shirt and an Energizer headlight and are encouraged to wear reflective clothing for safety.
Walkers have a 1 Mile walking only route starting at Little Platte Beach at Smithville Lake with plenty of parking. The course follows a short road section then paved lakeside trails for scenic fall views alongside the running races.
Walkers can choose 1 mile, 5K, 10K, or 13.1 routes starting at Mill Creek Park on Broadway Boulevard in Kansas City. Timing is optional with no timing chips, wave start times are used and a virtual option is available; bibs provided o..
The event offers a 5K course at Lee's Summit West Activity Complex, with a kids dash on the track of about 200 m or 50 m. Registrations received by September 28 receive a t shirt.
Walkers can choose a casual 1 mile walk through Forest Park, starting at the Forest Park Festival and Parking Plaza. Walkers share the event with the timed 5k and receive an official Sun Run t-shirt; virtual participation is available.
Walkers can choose the 3.1 Miles course starting at O’Reilly Corporate Office, 455 S Patterson Ave, Springfield MO. Payment of $10 is due at the event and the course follows the 5K route alongside the running race.
A 5K walk begins at Shepard Park across from Shepard Elementary, following park roads and paths suitable for walkers. The event raises funds for a scholarship and includes a celebration in the park alongside the running race.
The 1 mile walk routes through historic downtown Troy and begins at the Troy Dream Center, 80 Main Street, finishing in the TDC parking lot. Participation is free; walkers get a race shirt and packets are at the Dream Center.
In person walkers have a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at Tower Grove Park Sons of Rest Pavilion, 4257 Northeast Dr., St. Louis 63110. A virtual option lets walkers complete the 1 Mile or 5K, and the family friendly event allows strollers and dogs.
Walkers can choose a 1 mile course starting at Spiva Park in downtown Joplin at 401 S Main St. Options include a Cancer Survivor 1 mile and a youth 17 and under 1 mile, offered alongside the running races.
Walkers can use the 5K course of 3.1 Miles, starting at 15480 Clayton Rd, Ballwin, MO 63011. The event welcomes all ages and fitness levels and offers a nighttime moonlight walk alongside the running race.
Walkers can choose Half Marathon, 10K, 5K or a 1 mile fun run, plus a 1 mile costumed dog walk on a scenic course starting at Kircher Park in Eureka, MO. Walkers are welcome but must observe time limits: Half Marathon 3 hours and 15 minutes..
Walkers can choose 13.1 miles or 6.2 miles on a mix of pavement and smooth gravel roads starting at Charrette Creek Commons. Free parking and indoor flush toilets are available, and the event is capped at 500 for small start waves and lighter..