Forest Park Cross Country Festival
St. Louis, United States • 12 Sep 2026
Forest Park Cross Country Festival
The Forest Park Cross Country Festival is an annual sporting event held in St. Louis, Missouri. The competition takes place within the grounds of Forest Park, providing a dedicated course for cross country running. The festival features an open race segment designed for participants of various backgrounds who wish to experience a competitive cross country environment.
The featured event for the general public is:
- 5K Open Race
The event is held on a single day in September. Following the open race, the festival continues with a series of competitions featuring high school cross country teams from the Midwest region. This structure allows participants in the open race to observe high-level scholastic competition within the same venue. The registration for the open race is available leading up to the day of the event for a fixed fee. The course is situated in an urban park setting, utilizing the natural terrain characteristic of cross country running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.