The Labor Day Slay

Des Peres, United States • 29 Aug 2026

Event overview

The Labor Day Slay is a trail running event scheduled for August 29, 2026 in Queeny Park, St Louis, MO (1675 South Mason Rd, 63131). The event offers multiple distances on a shared, marked loop course that runs through the park trails. Distances offered include:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half Marathon
  • 10K Ruck (20 lb or 30 lb rucksack options)

The 5K is one lap, the 10K and 10K Ruck are two laps, and the Half Marathon is four laps. All distances use the same course and start together. Aid stations are provided on course at approximately three-mile intervals.

Course, logistics and awards

The event includes professional chip timing, chipped bibs with instant results, and a marked route with recorded splits. Packet pickup is held on race morning from 6:15 until 7:15. All finishers receive a finisher medal and medal lanyard. Age-group awards are given to the top three in the following bands: 1-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Additional race items listed for registrants include a drawstring backpack, a soft spun commemorative T-shirt (guarantee applies to early registrants), snacks and drinks, and free event photos and finish-line video available for download. The organizer notes proceeds may be donated to the Rockwoods School District Cross Country program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k Ruck
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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