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Trailfest Half Marathon 10k & 5k Logo
October 4, 2026
1-100 runners
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October 3, 2026
1-100 runners
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December 19, 2026
1-100 runners
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June 13, 2026
100-500 runners
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Spooky Sprint
October 24, 2026
100-500 runners
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Spooky Sprint KC Half Marathon 10k & 5k Logo
October 25, 2026
100-500 runners
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October 17, 2026
1-100 runners
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October 17, 2026
1-100 runners
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Honoring Our Heroes Marathon Half Marathon 10k & 5k Logo
November 21, 2026
1-100 runners
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MLK Freedom Run logo
January 17, 2026
1-100 runners
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Go Girl Run St. Louis, MO logo
November 26, 2026
1-100 runners
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June 20, 2026
100-500 runners
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April 18, 2026
1-100 runners
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September 27, 2026
100-500 runners
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October 18, 2026
500-1000 runners
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February 7, 2026
100-500 runners
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April 11, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
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May 9, 2026
100-500 runners
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Muddy River Marathon & Half Marathon logo
May 2, 2026
100-500 runners
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May 9, 2026
100-500 runners
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Running in Missouri

FAQ

What are the most popular Missouri half marathons?

The three most popular Missouri half marathons are the Kansas City Half Marathon with 2,837 finishers, followed by the Rock the Parkway with 2,559 runners, and then the GO! St. Louis Marathon Weekend Half Marathon with 2,434 finishers.

What are the best Missouri half marathons for beginners in 2026?

The best Missouri half marathons we recommend most frequently for beginners are:
GO! St. Louis Marathon Weekend Half Marathon: While not the most scenic race, the course is easy with light rolling hills and the finishing area in the Gateway National Park is one of a kind.
Hospital Hill Run Half Marathon: A Kansas City running tradition with a high energy finisher party.
Rock the Parkway Half Marathon: One of the largest races in Kansas City with a beautiful course and crowds.

Which months can I run a half marathon in Missouri?

You can run a half marathon in Missouri in May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December.

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