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When
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Where
1625 N. Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau MO
Distances
Half · 5K
Typical weather
62–80°F · low rain risk
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2025
56–80°F
dry
2024
61–67°F
rain
2023
64–83°F
rain
2022
51–75°F
dry
2021
64–85°F
dry
2020
61–81°F
dry
2019
65–88°F
dry
2018
56–69°F
dry
2017
69–85°F
dry
2016
53–79°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Date: September 27, 2026
- Location: 1625 N. Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO
- Registration: Register by September 13 for a guaranteed shirt
- Link: City of Roses Half Marathon & 5K
Race Day Details
- Packet Pickup: Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3:00-6:00 PM at the Osage Center
- 5K Start Time: 7:00 AM
- Half Marathon Start Time: 7:10 AM (with an early start at 6:30 AM)
- Awards: 7:45 AM for 5K, 9:40 AM for Half Marathon
Course Information
- Half Marathon: A paved trail through residential areas and beautiful countryside
- Water Stops: Every 2 miles at the beginning, then every mile from mile 8 onward
- Post-Race: Food, water, Gatorade, and locally brewed beer available
- Volunteer Support: Enthusiastic volunteers at water stops to encourage participants
Virtual Option
- Participation: Complete your run between September 1 and September 30, 2026
- Flexibility: Run at your own pace
- Awards Eligibility: All virtual runners will receive medals
- Details: Available for those unable to attend in person
Awards Information
- Half Marathon: Awards for Overall Male, Overall Female, Overall Masters Male & Female, and age divisions
- 5K: Awards for Overall Male, Overall Female, and age divisions
- Age Divisions: Ranging from 0-19 to 70+
- Recognition: All winners celebrated at ceremonies following the races
Additional Notes
- T-Shirts: 5K T-Shirt and Half Marathon Long Sleeve Tech Shirt guaranteed if registered by September 13
- Race Day Registration: Allowed during packet pickup on Saturday and Sunday
- Prize Money: Overall Male & Female - $300: Overall Masters - $200
- Relay Option: Gather a team of 3 to participate together!
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