Veterans Appreciation Run

About the Event

Honor Our Veterans — Join Us This November!

This year, we are proud to partner with The Kaufman Fund, a nonprofit organization that has been serving veterans and their families across the St. Louis region for over 30 years. The Kaufman Fund provides critical support in areas such as mental health services, housing assistance, food programs, dental care, and educational resources — working tirelessly to ensure that no veteran is left behind. By joining the Veterans Appreciation Run, you are helping further this mission and making a direct impact on the lives of local veterans.
Click here for more information about The Kaufman Fund.

Lace up your running shoes and meet us on November 15 at Jefferson Barracks Park, a location rich in military history and a fitting place to gather in honor of those who have served. As you run or walk the scenic, tree-lined course, you’ll be part of a powerful community event that celebrates service, sacrifice, and unity.

Can’t make it in person? Join us virtually!
Our new Virtual Veterans Appreciation Run lets you participate from anywhere in the country while still supporting the cause. Run or walk your own 5K on your schedule, and we’ll mail your commemorative medal, race shirt, and goody bag directly to you. Whether you're near, far, or wherever you are, this is a meaningful way to stand with our veteran community and show your support.

The Veterans Appreciation Run, in person or virtually, is a chance for people of all ages and abilities to express their gratitude. Whether you’re a dedicated runner or simply looking to enjoy a meaningful day with friends and family, we invite you to stand with us in support of the men and women who have given so much.

Schedule of Events

Saturday - 11/15
7:00am - Packet pick-up begins
8:15am - Pre-race ceremony
8:20am - National Anthem
8:30am - Race begins
9:30am - Awards ceremony begins
*Recipients must be present to receive award. No awards will be mailed.

Races Offered

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

08:30

sell

$40.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Saint Louis.

thermostat Temperature

4.7° / 13.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

1.0° / 10.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 0m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

11.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

70.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:43

nightlight Sunset

17:48

About Saint Louis

Learn more about the host city, Saint Louis.

St. Louis is an independent city on the eastern edge of Missouri, United States. It lies near the confluence of the Mississippi and the Missouri rivers. In 2020, the city proper had a population of 301,578, while its metropolitan area, which extends into Illinois, had an estimated population of over 2.8 million. It is the largest metropolitan area in Missouri and the second-largest in Illinois. The city's combined statistical area is the 20th-largest in the United States.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of Veterans Appreciation Run.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Eric Sanchez	M	26	Saint Ann, MO	21:16
🥈	Justin Glock	M	23	Ballwin, MO	21:32
🥉	Greg Burian	M	39	Ballwin, MO	21:49
4	Kelley Kastner	F	39	Saint Louis, MO	22:47
5	Renee Sirtak	F	46	Saint Peters, MO	23:10
6	Steve Steinbeck	M	41	O Fallon, MO	23:35
7	Brandon Jacks	M	19	Belleville, IL	24:52
8	Andrew Menzie	M	17	O Fallon, MO	24:52
9	Mitch Vetter	M	24	—	24:53
10	Bill Cooper	M	42	Saint Charles, MO	25:00
11	Candace Burr	F	30	Saint Louis, MO	25:05
12	Nathan Baum	M	22	Columbia, IL	25:12
13	Matthew Tebbe	M	37	Granite City, IL	25:49
14	Reed Bauer	M	14	Warrenton, MO	26:04
15	Marvin Johnson	M	40	O Fallon, MO	26:15
16	Brant Bohnert	M	41	Maryland Heights, MO	26:16
17	Charlsey Robinson	F	34	St. Louis, MO	26:18
18	Abby Schnable	F	17	Festus, MO	26:28
19	Kelly Curll	F	41	Vandalia, IL	27:08
20	Owen House	M	15	—	27:33
21	Don Baum	M	60	Columbia, IL	27:34
22	Michael S. Augustine	M	58	Columbia, IL	27:52
23	Elizabeth Wszalek	F	42	Belleville, IL	28:01
24	Mark Sommerhauser	M	53	Saint Louis, MO	28:20
25	Caroline Farris	F	17	—	28:35
26	Ashley Dodson	F	37	—	28:37
27	Erin Young	F	42	O Fallon, MO	28:48
28	Douglas Petterway	M	33	Belleville, IL	29:35
29	Kiya Cook	F	17	Saint Louis, MO	29:41
30	Sarah Rodewhal	F	39	—	29:44
31	Sheri Dowis	F	39	O Fallon, MO	30:12
32	Makayla Tyler	F	24	Fenton, MO	30:25
33	Scott Stader	M	51	Collierville, TN	30:51
34	Jaime Bast	F	38	De Soto, MO	30:52
35	Minda Reed	F	47	O Fallon, IL	31:17
36	Jeff Jackson	M	45	O Fallon, IL	32:04
37	Morgan Buck	F	24	Saint Louis, MO	32:13
38	Bethany Westlake	F	40	—	32:19
39	Madysen Hahn	F	25	Catawissa, MO	32:33
40	Scott Jost	M	39	Florissant, MO	32:33
41	Theodore Brooks	M	49	Fenton, MO	32:47
42	Cristine Kenner	F	54	Belleville, IL	32:49
43	Tamara Gegg-LaPlume	F	55	Saint Louis, MO	32:54
44	Joel Rushton	M	30	Webster Groves, MO	33:15
45	Michael Melvin	M	27	Saint Louis, MO	33:16
46	Whitney Martin	F	33	Hillsboro, MO	33:24
47	Gavin Helton	M	23	Saint Louis, MO	33:30
48	Kim Barks	F	37	—	33:40
49	Tara Blehm	F	36	Eureka, MO	33:48
50	Katelyn House	F	14	—	33:53