The Great Pickle Race 5k & Pickleball Tournament

5k Info

• Event Date: The Great Pickle Race will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
• Location: The race takes place at 345 Morrill Lane, Reeds Spring, MO, in Wolf Pack Park.
• Race Details: The event includes a 5k race through the wooded trails and a one-mile fun color run on pavement.
• T-Shirts: Each participant receives a t-shirt if registered by September 3: late registrants may receive a shirt if available.

Awards and Recognition

• Medals: Medals awarded for the top three male and female finishers in age groups: 18 and under, 19-39, and 40+.
• Special Recognition: The youngest and oldest finishers will be recognized.
• Fun Run Awards: Top boy and girl finishers in the fun run will receive medals.
• Raffle Tickets: All participants receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win restaurant and attraction gift certificates.

Community Impact

• Proceeds: The Rotary Club will use proceeds to award grants to nonprofit organizations.
• Refreshments: Water and snacks will be available at the event.

Pickleball Info

• Tournament Format: Open Doubles Tournament in a round-robin format, allowing mixed teams.
• Skill Levels: Three levels: Beginner (2.0-2.9), Intermediate (3.0-3.5), Advanced (3.5+): teams register at the highest skill level.
• Awards: Medals awarded to the top three teams in each category based on wins, with points as tiebreakers.
• Raffle Entry: All participants will also be entered for a chance to win gift certificates and passes to area restaurants and attractions.

More Information

• Race URL: More details can be found at The Great Pickle Race.