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Name: Beer & Bagel Run - Queeny Park
Start: 2026-07-11
End: 2026-07-11
Location: Des Peres

Des Peres, United States • 11 Jul 2026

Beer & Bagel Run - Queeny Park

The Beer & Bagel Run takes place in Queeny Park in St. Louis on July 11, 2026. The event centers on an off road trail race of about four miles. It uses the Smith Shelter with the entrance on Weidman Road and lists the event location as 550 Weidman Road, Queeny Park, St. Louis, MO 63131.

The event includes a post-race party with free bagels and beer. Participants receive a long-sleeve tech race shirt with "I'm a Drinker with a Running Problem" printed across the back. The off road race is supported by Fit4adventure Touring Company.

Registration opens February 18, 2026 and closes May 1, 2026. The listed registration fee is $50.00. The event offers a single listed distance of approximately four miles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Missouri Des Peres

Race information

Registration

4 mi

4(ish)-Mile off-Road

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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