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Saturday, September 5th, 2026
Queeny Park, St Louis MO
5K · 10K · Half
65–82°F · some rain risk
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62–73°F
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68–88°F
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68–81°F
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64–80°F
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59–84°F
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61–80°F
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72–89°F
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61–77°F
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69–89°F
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 5
Rain likely · 72–107°F
Saturday, Sep 5starts near 72°F · 9% chance of rain · wind up to 21 mph
About this race
Event Overview
Welcome to The Labor Day Slay! 5k-10k, 10k Ruck & Half Marathon! Brought to you by Rockinator Racing.
Date and Location
- Date: September 5, 2026
- Start Time: 7:30 AM
- Location: Queeny Park, St Louis, MO
- Starting Point: Racers Village at the Smith Pavilion
Race Details
- Course: Through the shady rolling trails of Queeny Park
- Finishers Medal: BIG CUSTOM FINISHERS MEDAL INCLUDED!
- Awards: Custom MEDAL badges and awards to the top 3 in all event Age Groups!
- Participation: Includes Ruckers getting a commemorative sew-on patch
Registration Benefits
- Gear: Big ol' heavy Finishers Medal, The Rockinator Racing Backpack, Soft spun T-shirt
- Refreshments: Race Snacks, Colas, Drinks, Ice Popsicles
- Timing: Professional Chip Timing with Aid station access every lap at 3.25 miles
- Experience: Free Race Joy participant tracking, Music at racer village
Additional Information
- Donation: Consider donating to The Rockwoods School District Cross Country program
- Packet Pickup: Race morning starting at 6:15 AM until 7:15 AM
- National Anthem: Starts at 7:26 AM, race starts at 7:30 AM
- Enjoyment: It’s gonna be a great day and super fun way to kick off your weekend!
Registration Link
For more information and to register, visit The Labor Day Slay Race Page.
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