For more than 100 years, the International Institute has welcomed immigrants and refugees from around the world to our city. The Race for Refugees began in 2017 by community member Heather Heuwe in response to the initial federal travel ban on 7- Muslim-majority nations. The Race for Refugees brings people together to celebrate multiculturalism in our region and raise funds that help support first-touch services for refugees and immigrants.
During registration, participants have the option to choose between a R4R7 t-shirt, or upgrade to a R4R hooded sweatshirt for an additional $15! *Hoodies are only available while supplies last. **Shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed if ordered after March 31** **Shirts guaranteed for the first 250 registrants**
Online registration closes at 11:59pm on April 18th, and in-person registration is available at packet pickup and on race morning.
Since 2017, R4R has built a vibrant native and foreign-born community who advocate for, stand in solidarity with, and support refugees and immigrants. Since our inaugural event we have raised over $30,000 for our local refugee and immigrant community via the International Institute of St. Louis. Join our family-friendly event (bring those dogs & strollers!) and help create a more welcoming community for ALL!
*Choose our chip-timed 5K or untimed 1 mile fun run.
*Choose between a race t-shirt or a hoodie!
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Registration fees
5K
Price changes in 1 month 27 days-
Timed 5K Run/Walk
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Register for 5K$25.00Now registering Jan 16 – Mar 31
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$30.00Apr 1 – Apr 12
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$35.00Apr 13 – Apr 18
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5K Youth (ages 12 & under)
Price changes in 1 month 27 days-
Timed 5K run/walk. Youth pricing.
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Register for 5K Youth (ages 12 & under)$15.00Now registering Jan 16 – Mar 31
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$15.00Apr 1 – Apr 12
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$15.00Apr 13 – Apr 18
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1 Mile
Price changes in 1 month 27 days-
Untimed 1 mile run/walk
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Register for 1 Mile$15.00Now registering Jan 16 – Mar 31
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$15.00Apr 1 – Apr 12
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$15.00Apr 13 – Apr 18
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5k Virtual
Price changes in 2 months 8 days-
Complete a 5K anywhere, anytime - in your neighborhood, park, or on a treadmill. Every step supports refugee and immigrant families in our community.
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Register for 5k Virtual$25.00Now registering Jan 16 – Apr 12
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$30.00Apr 13 – Apr 18
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Packet Pickup Information
Pre-race packet pickup and in-person registration (cash or credit)
Packets will be available before race day at Running Niche on the following dates/time:
Running Niche at 1601 Tower Grove Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63110.
Thursday April 17th 3pm-6pm
Friday, April 18th - 3pm-6pm
Race Day packet pickup and in-person registration - Saturday, April 19th
7:30am-8:45am
Sons of Rest Shelter in Tower Grove Park
East Gate entrance to TGP off of Grand Ave.
St. Louis, MO. 63110
Awards Info
Top overall male & female
Top male & female, 19 & under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Contact information
- Event contact
- Samson Hillary
- hillarys@iistl.org
- Phone
- (314) 930-2887
