Start Training And Racing Today with START 5K

Have you ever wanted to run a 5k, but didn’t know where to start? “Start Training And Racing Today” with Big River’s first class 5K training program for beginning to novice runners. This program is geared for people new to running or getting back into the routine after some time off, looking for a structured, fun and friendly entry into …

Summer Tent Sale

Back in conjunction with the Macklind Mile, the summer edition of the Big River South City Tent Sale is here. Great deals abound! Thursday, June 24 -Saturday, June 26 Big River Running South City 5352 Devonshire Ave., St. Louis, MO 63109 Tent Sale Hours: 10a – 6p Thursday & Friday 7:30a – 6p on Saturday Make a day of it on …

Big River Fall Tent Sale

Shop once-a-year deals at the Big River Fall Tent Sale at our South City location from October 8 – 11, 2020. Enjoy savings of up to 70% off on select merchandise. Make a day of it in the Macklind Business District. If you make a purchase of $100 or more at our tent sale, we’ll give you a coupon for …

START Your Journey To 5K

Starting to run or re-starting to run can be intimidating and difficult to do on your own. Now is the time to get started with the support of a group and coaches. No more excuses! If you have you always wanted to “be a runner” or find a love for running, we’ve got the perfect program for you. Big River START 5k …

May Race Favorites

The month of May is jam-packed with great races in St. Louis. Check them all out on Big River’s handy race calendar (month view or list view). If you are looking for a recommendation, it just so happens that several of my absolute favorite races take place this month. Great causes, great courses, great post-race parties and more. Here are …

Run with us every Monday!

The weekly group run has been a tradition at Big River Running for the last 11 years! We know life gets busy and it can be hard to find time to run or stay motivated. We’ve got the perfect fix – the Monday Night Group Runs at the South City and University City stores. Take the guesswork out of when you might run and …

Festival of Miles

Festival of Miles – 10 years running!

We are just over two weeks away from the 2017 edition of Festival of Miles, and we hope you are making plans to join us! The meet will take place Thursday night June 1 at St. Louis University High School beginning at 6:30 p.m. We can’t believe that we’re celebrating a decade of bringing the fastest, most exciting charity track …

Turkey Trot Traditions

Running on Thanksgiving morning is a great tradition to start or continue with your family and friends. Nothing prepares you for a day of eating and football watching like a run! Run Local! Just say no to those sponsored Facebook posts and Google ads suggesting races put on by out-of-town corporations. Big River, your local race timing friends and running …

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade Run Packet Pick-Up 2016

It’s race week! Here’s everything you need to know about picking up your St. Patrick’s Day Parade Run packets. We highly recommend picking up your packet ahead of time to ensure a smooth race morning. You have already selected one of six convenient pick-up locations in the St. Louis region where you can pick up your race number and shirt …