The Market Mile is a community-based, one-mile walk/run that invites you to give back and have fun doing it by joining us at our great after-party in Union Station!
Beyond the promise of sunny summer weather, a one-mile course straight down Market Street, the “take it at your own pace” vibes and a buzzing after-party at Union Station, the Market Mile is different because it’s powering up the nonprofits who work tirelessly on the future of our city.
The Market Mile serves St. Louis through core areas of need: accessible green spaces, safe housing, public safety, and youth programs. We’ve carefully selected Market Mile Race Beneficiaries that you may choose to support when you register.
We raised over $16,000 for nonprofits in 2024 and 2025!
During our inaugural event in 2024, we are proud to report that we raised $1,778 for Peter and Paul Community Services, $1,693 for Great Rivers Greenway, and $2,043 for Backstoppers. In 2025, we raised $3,086.83 for Great Rivers Greenway, $7286.36 for Peter and Paul Community Services, $2662.89 for BackStoppers, and $2,843.99 for Boys and Girls Club!
Our beneficiaries fulfill core areas of need in St. Louis: accessible green spaces, safe housing, public safety, & youth programs.
Run First, Ride Everything Challenge
Race Information
Visit the race website for all the latest race information!
Race Awards
All finishers receive a finisher keychain!
Awards will be given to the Top 3 Overall Male, Female, and Non-Binary finishers.
We will also have awards for the top 3 Masters in Male, Female and Non-Binary categories.
Awards will also be given to the top 2 male, female, and non-binary finishers in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 & Over.
New this year, we will have an Athletes With Disabilities Category, with awards for the top 3 AWD finishers.
Course Information
The race will start near Kiener Plaza on Market Street, and run west, finishing at Union Station, where the post-race festival will take place.
Course may be subject to change without notice
New in 2026: Impact Awards
Impact Awards
The Top 5 Impact Award Winners will be recognized on race day for their incredible fundraising efforts in support of our nonprofit partners.
Each winner will receive:
- 🏅 FREE entry into the 2027 Market Mile
- 🎁 Exclusive Market Mile swag
- 💳 Gift cards from our community partners
- 👏 Recognition during the 2026 Market Mile awards ceremony
Every dollar you raise brings you one step closer to making a lasting impact in our community while earning one of this year's Impact Awards.
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
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| 1 | Rebel Run Club | $267.10 |
| 2 | The Miedler Family | $267.10 |
| 3 | Trey Sherwood | $107.35 |
| 4 | The Daniels Family | $107.35 |
| 5 | Anonymous | $107.35 |
Top teams
| 1 |
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Rebel Run ClubRaised:$267.10 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Sarina
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Sarina Cape$379.56 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Melissa
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Melissa WeberRaised: $267.10 |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Grace
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Grace WaldmanRaised: $54.10 |
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Pay What You Can Market Mile Entry Closed
***No one should be denied the opportunity to run based on their financial circumstance. We’re excited to offer a “Pay What you Can” entry, allowing underserved runners the ability to choose their registration fee based on their budget. Participants can donate and pay it forward by contributing to the fund during registration, helping us make Market Mile a start line for all! This fund is also open for those to pay it forward who may want to contribute to the fund to allow other runners to join Market Mile. * If you are wanting to add to the fund, please select 1 Mile as your sub-event and then any additional contributions beyond your registration will go towards this fund.
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Select your price on the donation page
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Bundle registration gets you entry into the Market Mile and includes an all day Adventure Pass ($25 value) at Wheel Park, plus a challenge finisher medal. An Adventure Pass gets you unlimited rides on the, Wave Swinger, Flying Louie and Loco Motion. (Valid race day only). *If you are registering via a transfer, please note that your original registration fee is not applied until checkout.
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Market Mile Closed
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Timed 1 Mile Run on Market Street in Downtown St. Louis! A race for all abilities starting at Kiener Plaza and finishing at Union Station!
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1/4 Mile Kids Run Closed
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8:45am start. Untimed 1/4 mile kids run that will take place after all timed 1 mile races have finished. Kids race starts at the finish line and will be an out and back.
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Mark Spewak
- Phone
- 314-705-2992
