Sunday, August 9th!
Sponsored by
break a sweat, celebrate community & just have fun 🙌
The Market Mile is a One Mile Walk/Run for all ages and abilities in Downtown St. Louis, Missouri, with a Post-Race Party at the historic Union Station!
Run, walk or stroll for a mile down Market Street, then gather for music, games, food, coffee, beer and more at our Post-Race Party. There’s no better way to spend a summer morning. ☀️
All Ages, Levels & Abilities
Starts Outside Kiener Plaza
8:00 a.m. Sunday, August 9th, 2026
Post-Race Party at
St. Louis Union Station
Sponsored by LHM
in the lou
for the lou
The Market Mile is a community event that gives back by powering St. Louis nonprofits.
We’ve carefully selected Market Mile Race Beneficiaries that you may choose to support when you register. Our beneficiaries fulfill core areas of need in St. Louis: youth programs, accessible green spaces, safe housing and public safety.
We raised over $16,000 for local charities in 2024 and 2025!
We are proud to benefit Great Rivers Greenway, Backstoppers, Boys and Girls Club, and Peter and Paul Community Services.
All your questions, answered
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The race starts at Broadway and Market just outside Kiener Plaza. To see Kiener Plaza on a map, click here. The race will finish at St. Louis Union Station!
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Convenient public parking is available at Union Station (view map). You may also find lots that offer parking near Market Street on SpotHero (click here to search). You are also welcome to use free Sunday street parking wherever you can find a spot!
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No; the Market Mile is a point-to-point course that starts at Broadway and Market just outside Kiener Plaza and ends at Union Station, where everyone will gather for the Post-Race Party.
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We are proud to partner with Lodging Hospitality Management (LHM), who is our official Post-Race Party sponsor at St. Louis Union Station!
You can stick around afterwards for food, drinks, live music, and more on the Purina Performance plaza.
See you at the station!
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Yes! Whether you are running with your local run club, a work group, friends or family, we welcome teams of runners to the Market Mile.
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We will have one mass start at 8:00 a.m. However, we are leaving the starting line open until 7:45 a.m. If you plan on competing for an award, please start at 8:15 a.m. If you are running with a stroller, please start in the back of the starting area.
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Packets can be picked up at the following times and locations:
Thursday, August 7th - 3pm - 6pm at 4 Hands Brewing Co (1st Floor) - 1220 S 8th St, St. Louis, MO 63104
Saturday, August 9th - 10am - 3pm at Union Station (S 18th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103)
Race Day, August 10th - 6:45am-8:15 am near the start line at Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark (1 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102)
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We run rain or shine, unless there’s inclement weather. If lightning is present, we will delay the start by 30 minutes. Race volunteers and staff members will guide participants into areas with shelter. We will not start the race if we feel the forecast puts our runners or walkers in danger while participating.
In the event of a weather-related cancellation, all participants will be offered a 50% ticket cost refund.
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Race tickets are nonrefundable, but we do have a deferral system in place on Race Roster. If you need to defer your ticket, please contact contact@marketmilestl.com.
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Training before a race is a great way to ensure you have fun! If you would like help getting ready for the Market Mile, we encourage you to reach out to Spewak Training, our official race training partner. Simply email Mark Spewak at mark@spewaktraining.com and request a call to discuss training for the Market Mile.
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Yes. Keeping our participants safe is our number one priority. From set up to the tear down, a full security and police officer team will be present to secure the event and keep everyone safe. Volunteers will also join our security guards to help support participants on the race route should they need anything.
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Yes! Strollers are welcome but we ask that you please start at the back of the starting line.
post-race party at
UNION STATION 🎉
There’s no better place for the Market Mile to end than the historic St. Louis Union Station. At the Post-Race Party, you can enjoy local food, drinks and live music until 11am. Discounted combo attraction tickets will be offered to participants, so you can make a whole day of your time Downtown!
Recommended Hotels
Coming in from out of town? Craving a stay-cation? We’re here to help you find accommodations if you want to stay in Downtown St. Louis for the Market Mile. View our recommended hotels below.
curio at st. louis union station
A St. Louis icon since 1894, today the Union Station hotel retains the elegant archways and décor of its famous Grand Hall. Located within blocks of City Museum and less than a mile from the heart of Downtown, you’ll have easy access to the best of St. Louis attractions and our race day event.
hilton st. louis at the ballpark
Enjoy a stay right next to St. Louis’ Ballpark Village and the iconic Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals. Enjoy the rooftop bar, featuring fire pits, panoramic city views, and live DJs during weekends. You can even choose rooms with arch and ballpark views.
the cheshire
The Cheshire is a luxury hotel with an authentic British-inspired aesthetic, offering a unique, personalized alternative for travelers seeking something different. The Cheshire is centrally located in St. Louis, close to Washington University and Forest Park.
home2 suites forest park
St. Louis staples like the Fox Theater, Missouri Botanical Gardens, City Museum, and Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis are all less than 15 minutes from the Home2 Suites front door. Runners and walkers can also enjoy close proximity to Forest Park, where running and walking paths abound.