Marshfield Invitational Delivers Strong Early-Season Performances at Patriot Park
MARSHFIELD, MO — Cross country athletes from across southwest Missouri gathered at Patriot Park on Thursday, August 27, 2026, for the Marshfield Invitational, producing impressive performances in varsity and junior varsity competition.
The early-season meet featured runners from Lebanon, Strafford, Fordland, Mountain Grove, Logan-Rogersville, Plato, Marshfield, Norwood and Parkview, with athletes competing for individual honors while teams battled for valuable points in the team standings.
You Don’t Have to Run Fast—Just Make Sure Your Duck Does!
You don't need running shoes, months of training, or a personal best to cross the finish line first at the Pomme de Terre Chamber Duck Derby.
You just need a fast duck!
Get ready for one of the most entertaining events of Labor Day weekend! The Pomme de Terre Chamber Duck Derby returns on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Outlet Park below Pomme de Terre Dam.
Halloween Hustle 5K & 10K: A Springfield Tradition That Gives Back
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | City Utilities | Springfield, Missouri
For more than 30 years, the Halloween Hustle 5K & 10K has brought runners, families and the Springfield community
together for a Halloween tradition that is about much more than crossing the finish line.
As one of the longest-running races in Springfield, the Halloween Hustle has become a fixture on the local running calendar—and its impact reaches far beyond race day. Over the years, the event has helped raise more than $400,000 for community nonprofits, turning miles into meaningful support for organizations working to make Springfield a better place.
This year, the tradition continues on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at City Utilities.
Trails at the Butterflies & Blueberries 5K
The trail is more than just a route through the countryside—it is a journey through places filled with memories, determination,
and the spirit of Amaris. Every step along this path reflects moments of hard work, adventure, and joy, creating an experience that is both challenging and meaningful for every participant.
A Bolivar Tradition That Won’t Melt: 48 Years of the Polar Bear Run
For nearly half a century, runners in Bolivar and throughout southwest Missouri have embraced winter, laced up their shoes and answered the call of the Polar Bear Run.
Now celebrating its 48th annual running, this longtime Bolivar tradition has earned a special place in the region's running history—and stands as one of the longest-running continuous road races in the area.
5 Races Worth the Drive in Southwest Missouri This Fall
Sometimes the best races aren't right around the corner.
One of the great things about running in Southwest Missouri is the number of unique events waiting just a short drive away. From small-town festivals and farm trails to Thanksgiving morning at Branson Landing, getting outside Springfield can turn an ordinary race morning into an entire experience.
If you're looking for your next starting line, here are five races on the ActNowRacing calendar worth putting some miles on the car for this fall.
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