Krug Castle Challenge

Race Overview

Lace up for a castle-themed challenge like no other! Join us at the majestic Krug Park as we turn miles into miracles for St. Jude. Whether you're here to knock out that Measly Mile, grab a 5k or 10k medal, or push your limits, there's a path for every kind of hero!

Race Details

• Date: 2026-10-10
• Location: 3500 Saint Joseph Ave, Saint Joseph, MO
• Race URL: Krug Castle Challenge
• Challenge Format: Loop the park — again and again. You’ll have 20 minutes to complete each lap around the park before time resets for the next.

Medals

• Kinda 5k & 10K Medals: Complete the Kinda 5k (3 loops = 4.08 miles) or the 10K and claim your victory with a commemorative medal for that distance.
• Challenge Medal: For the fearless warriors who go all-out: rack up laps and earn the exclusive Challenge Medal for your epic endurance.
• Royalty Announcement: We will crown our Royalty (winners) at the end with a King, Queen, and Nonbinary winner.
• Timing: Due to the fun and challenging nature of this course as well as the fundraising aspect, we will not offer timing for the 1 mile, 5k, or 10k.

Parking Information

Please park in the lower southwest side lot using the access entry off St. Joseph Avenue and/or street parking. Do not block any driveways, streets, or residents' homes please. Parking will be limited and will be first come first serve. Carpooling is recommended. The main entry to the park will be closed.

Fundraising Goals

• Proceeds: 80% of proceeds support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital — helping kids and families fight cancer with courage and hope.
• Local Support: 20% of proceeds support Knot-4-Profit Collaborations, a local nonprofit driving fundraising initiatives and supporting likeminded nonprofit organizations.

Additional Information

Costumes encouraged. Enthusiasm required. Let’s storm the castle for a cause!

Important Notice

If you are planning on going all the way and embracing the full challenge, we encourage you to bring a head lamp and/or body lamp. There is lighting on the course, and some of the Christmas lights are up, but we still encourage you to bring your own lighted device if you plan to run in the dark!