Registration for CTC 2026 ranges from free to $5,000, depending on your package level. The event takes place virtually on May 5, 2026, with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. Based in Columbia, Missouri, this virtual race accommodates athletes across different budget and participation tiers. Since the event runs online, you can complete your effort from your chosen location rather than traveling to a single venue. Check the Official Partner Portal for specific package details and what each tier includes before registering.
From the Race Organizer
⚠️ CRITICAL 2026 DEADLINES & FULFILLMENT ⚠️ The Print Deadline (June 30, 2026) To ensure your company logo is featured on the physical Track A assets (the 100+ Fall Volunteer Tech Shirts and the Championship Series Finish Line Banner), your digital agreement and vector logo must be submitted through this portal by June 30, 2026. Support the infrastructure of Mid-Missouri running Invest in community health, youth athletics, and local excellence. The Columbia Track Club is unifying our premier Fall and Winter events into a single, high-impact sponsorship window. This includes our major championship races—the Heart of America Marathon (HOA) and Rock Bridge Revenge (RBR)—alongside our cornerstone community events: Sandbagger 5 Mile, Cheese and Sauerkraut, the Thursday Night Trail (TNT) Series, and our Tuesday Group Runs. Your Track A Partnership doesn't just put your brand at the finish line of a single race. You become the brand behind the entire club—powering our timing systems, outfitting our 100+ volunteer workforce, and directly funding the Joe Duncan Scholarship for local athletes. Note: We utilize this secure portal to capture your partnership agreement and collect your branding assets. We happily recognize in-kind donations at the corresponding tier levels. The Sponsorship Tiers Presenting Partner — $5,000 (Limit: 1) Front & Sleeve Logo: Solo logo placement on the Front Chest and Sleeve of the official volunteer tech shirts. Exclusive Feather Flag: One 10ft Vertical Feather Flag at the finish line of every Major Championship Race (HOA, RBR, Three Creeks). Corporate Tent: 10x10 Corporate Tent space at the HOA Marathon and RBR finish lines. Live Timing Branding: Exclusive "Presented By" logo on all digital live-timing results pages. Standalone Emails: Two (2) dedicated email blasts sent to the CTC membership and participant database. Speaking Rights: Microphone time to address the athletes at the HOA Marathon start line. Event Entries: 4 complimentary race entries to be used at any CTC event in 2026. Post-Race Credits: Logo featured on the end-slate of any professional race recap videos produced. Banner Placement: Top-tier logo on the 8'x4' CTC Partner Banner (prominently displayed along the primary finish line fencing/chute). Celebration Perk: A dedicated table for your team at the CTC Annual Members Meeting/Celebration. Platinum Partner — $2,500 (Limit: 3) Top-Back Logo: Large logo placement on the Top Back of the official volunteer tech shirts. Series Banner: Large prominent logo on the "Top Row" of the 8'x4' CTC Partner Banner. Finish Line Booth: Booth space at the HOA Marathon or RBR finish lines (space permitting). Packet Pick-up Booth: Booth space at the official packet pick-up for major races. Post-Race Credits: Logo featured on the end-slate of any professional race recap videos produced. Event Entries: 3 complimentary race entries to be used at any CTC event in 2026. Newsletter Shout-out: Inclusion in the monthly CTC member newsletter. Gold Partner — $1,250 (Limit: 5) Mid-Back Logo: Mid-size logo placement on the Middle Back of the official volunteer tech shirts. Series Banner: Standard logo on the "Middle Row" of the 8'x4' CTC Partner Banner. Packet Insert Rights: Ability to include one (1) promotional flyer or item in the physical participant race bags. Event Entries: 2 complimentary race entry to be used at any CTC event in 2026. Newsletter Shout-out: Inclusion in the monthly CTC member newsletter. Silver Partner — $500 (Limit: 10) Bottom-Back Logo: Small logo or bold text on the Bottom Back of the official volunteer tech shirts. Series Banner: Small logo on the "Bottom Row" of the 8'x4' CTC Partner Banner. Newsletter Shout-out: Inclusion in the monthly CTC member newsletter. Event Perks: 1 complimentary event entry. Member Perk Partner — $250 (Unlimited) Registration for the 18-month 'Founder's Perk' closes September 30, 2026. All partners registered by this date will be automatically migrated into our 2027 Premier Portal at no additional cost. Member Drive: Your business provides a dedicated discount or "perk" to our 300+ active CTC members. Website Listing: Business name and offer listed on the CTC "Member Perks" digital hub. Newsletter Shout-out: Inclusion in the monthly CTC member newsletter. In-Kind Partnership (Value Declared at Checkout) How the Exchange Works: The Columbia Track Club recognizes that professional services and race-day logistics are the backbone of our organization. We award club-wide partnership benefits based on the Fair Market Retail Value (FMRV) of your contribution. Note: The "Presenting Partner" tier is reserved exclusively for financial investments. In-kind contributions are eligible for benefits up to the Platinum level. Level 1: Community In-Kind ($250 - $499 Value) Member Drive: Business and contribution recognized in our monthly newsletter to our 300+ active members. Website Listing: Inclusion on the CTC "Member Perks" digital hub. Digital Branding: Logo fea
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When is CTC 2026: Official Partner Portal 2026 — Columbia, MO?
CTC 2026: Official Partner Portal 2026 — Columbia, MO takes place on May 5, 2026. The race is held in Columbia, Missouri.
Where is CTC 2026: Official Partner Portal 2026 — Columbia, MO held?
CTC 2026: Official Partner Portal 2026 — Columbia, MO is held at Virtual Race in Columbia, Missouri.
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