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Castlewood Cup

Name: Castlewood Cup
Start: 2027-01-30
End: 2027-01-30
Location: Ballwin

Ballwin, United States • 30 Jan 2027

Castlewood Cup : Big River Trail Series

The Castlewood Cup is a trail race returning for its 19th year on January 30, 2027, at Indian Camp Creek Park in Foristell, Missouri (2679 Dietrich Rd). The primary race distance is 15 km on park trails.

Packet pickup is scheduled two days before the race at Big River Running Company – West County, with the shop address listed as 13969 Manchester Rd, Town & Country, Missouri. The event includes a post-race party with BBQ, snacks, and beer for attendees aged 21 and over; live music is planned subject to weather conditions.

Participants will receive a sweatshirt giveaway and a finisher medal for the 2027 event; designs and details are to be announced. Finisher photos and video will be available after the race. Live runner tracking is offered through mobile and social media platforms.

The Castlewood Cup is part of the Big River Trail Series, a competition in which points are tallied for runners who participate in at least three series events. The event is presented by Big River Race Management and supported by a group of event sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Missouri Ballwin

Race information

Website

15 km

Castlewood Cup 15k

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

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