5 Races Worth the Drive in Southwest Missouri This Fall
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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.
Which Starting-Line Runner Are You?
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There’s something special about a race starting line.
Hundreds of runners can be standing in the same place, preparing to cover the exact same course—and somehow everyone is having a completely different experience.
One runner is checking their watch for the 14th time. Another is bouncing around like they’re about to qualify for the Olympics. Someone else is wondering why they signed up for this in the first place.
Whether it’s a small-town 5K or a huge road race, certain personalities always seem to appear.
How many of these runners have you seen?
Better question: Which one are you?
READY. SET. SEPTEMBER.
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September means one thing for runners across the Ozarks: fall racing season is here.
After months of summer heat and humidity, September brings cooler mornings, packed race calendars and plenty of reasons to get back to the starting line. Whether you're chasing a new 5K personal best, looking for a family-friendly event or simply searching for your next race in Southwest Missouri, September offers several opportunities to get moving.
ActNow Racing's September 2026 calendar features events in Springfield, Seymour, Ozark and Billings, Missouri, giving runners throughout the region plenty of choices.
Cross Country Season Is Almost Here: Get Ready to Hit the Trails
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As summer training reaches its peak, one of the most exciting times of the year is just around the corner—the start of cross country season. Across Missouri and the
Midwest, thousands of student-athletes are preparing to lace up their running shoes, compete with their teammates, and challenge themselves on courses filled with hills, grass, woods, and unforgettable finishes.
Whether you're a first-year runner, an experienced varsity athlete, a coach, or a parent, the upcoming season offers opportunities to build confidence, create lasting friendships, and achieve goals that once seemed out of reach.