Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K St. Louis

Bodies Race Company is bringing the Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K to St. Louis on Sunday, May 2, 2027. It's a multi-distance race that runs through local parks, which keeps the courses off the main roads and away from the usual traffic. The main event is the half marathon, but there are 10K and 5K options too, so you can pick the distance that fits your training.

Bodies describes itself as a family-friendly race company that builds its events around "Fun. Family. Fitness," and the hometown theme carries through here. The courses wind through parks, and the whole thing is pitched as something the whole family can do together. If you're not running a full distance, there's a Kid's Dash for the little ones and a virtual race option if you can't make it in person. The company runs rain, shine, snow or cold, only switching to virtual if the venue requires cancellation or ice makes the course unsafe.

Registration gets you a custom bib, a designer shirt, and a finisher medal for whatever distance you choose. You also get chip timing, live results, and awards. The half marathon includes pacers to help you hit your goal time, and everyone gets free finish-line photos and snacks. There's even a "biggest team" contest if you're running with a group. For those who want a bit more, a free Bodies Membership offers perks like early registration access and swag discounts.

Packet pickup runs from 5:30 to 6:45 AM, and the races start at 7 AM. The half marathon is $50, the 10K and 5K are $32 each, the 1 Mile is $22, the virtual run is $42, and the Kid's Dash is $17 for kids 12 and under. The venue is in St. Louis, MO 63102, with the exact location to be determined.