Thursday, July 23rd, 2026
2886 S Missouri 94, Defiance MO
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About this race
Thirsty Thursday 5K Pub Runs
Thirsty Thursdays are back! Sponsored by Good News Brewing and Fleet Feet St. Louis. We'll once again be hosting another series of timed 5K pub runs so we can enjoy two of our favorite activities: running and beer! We are adding some new features to the event in 2026, such as:
- No Processing Fees: Enjoy a hassle-free registration experience.
- Loyalty Program: Earn rewards for participating in multiple events.
- Age Groups: Compete on leaderboards tailored to different age categories.
Event Details
One Thursday a month from April through October, we will have a professionally timed race on the Katy Trail from Good News Brewing in Defiance, MO. The course will be an out and back on the Katy Trail with an open start line format to allow for commute times and low stress check-in. Highlights include:
- Free Beer: Registrants 21 & older will receive a complimentary beer from Good News after the race.
- Extended Bar Hours: Enjoy the venue longer after the event.
- Pizza Buffet: Available for purchase to satisfy your post-race hunger.
- Sweet Swag: Look out for awesome merchandise available during registration.
Join Us!
Sign up now to join us on one (or more!) of our Thirsty Thursday 5Ks!
Location: 2886 S Missouri 94, Defiance, MO
Date: 2026-07-23
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