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a running event that goes the extra mile


The Market Mile is a brand-new running event in Downtown St. Louis, Missouri that celebrates history, shows off community and strengthens our city.

The Market Mile is a community-based, one-mile walk/run that invites you to give back and have fun doing it!

All Ages, Levels & Abilities

Starts Outside Kiener Plaza
Sunday, August 11th, 2024, 7AM - 11AM

Post-Race Party at
St. Louis Union Station
Sponsored by LHM

in the lou
for the lou


You can move your body, have fun with friends & family, and give St. Louis non-profits a boost—all in one weekend.

We’ve carefully selected race beneficiaries that you may choose to support when you register. Our beneficiaries fulfill core areas of need in St. Louis: accessible green spaces, safe housing and public safety.

All your questions, answered

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • We will finalize waves we when we are closer to the race date. When you register, you’ll be prompted to tell us about your approach to this event, and how much you care about your time. You will be assigned a wave based on your answer.

  • Packet pickup locations will be announced closer to race day here on our website and via email. If you can’t pick up your packet before race day, you can pick it up on race day, before the walk/run begins.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Yes! Strollers are welcome in our non-competitive waves, but not the competitive division.

JOIN THE 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.