WashU PT Run for Research 5K Run/Walk – Saint Louis, MO 2026

Date
April 19, 2026
Location
Saint Louis, MO
Venue
Sons of Rest Pavilion
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The WashU PT Run for Research 5K Run/Walk takes place at Sons of Rest Pavilion in Saint Louis, Missouri on April 19, 2026. This 5K event starts at 9:00 AM and welcomes both runners and walkers. Entry fees range from $30 to $35. The race supports research initiatives through Washington University's physical therapy program, making it an opportunity to support a meaningful cause while getting a morning workout. Saint Louis offers a range of accommodations for visiting athletes, from downtown hotels near the Gateway Arch to options closer to the race venue. Whether you're training for a longer event or looking for a local 5K to add to your spring racing calendar, this event combines community involvement with a standard distance race format.

From the Race Organizer
The Run for Research is a fundraiser for the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, which is the only non-profit organization solely dedicated to funding and developing physical therapy research, organized by students in the WashU School of Medicine Physical Therapy program. Expected participants include members of the STL community, WUSM students and faculty, the WashU PT department (professors, staff, students, patients), PTs in the community, and their patients. Packet Pick Up Friday, April 17th: 1pm to 6pm: Big River Running Company – University City Store: 606 North and South Rd, University City, MO 63130 Sunday, April 19th: 7:45am to 9am: Sons of Rest Pavilion – Tower Grove Park Awards We will have awards for the Top 3 overall male and female finishers, top non-binary finisher, as well as the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, and 40+.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is WashU PT Run for Research 5K Run/Walk – Saint Louis, MO 2026?

WashU PT Run for Research 5K Run/Walk – Saint Louis, MO 2026 takes place on April 19, 2026. The race is held in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Where is WashU PT Run for Research 5K Run/Walk – Saint Louis, MO 2026 held?

WashU PT Run for Research 5K Run/Walk – Saint Louis, MO 2026 is held at Sons of Rest Pavilion in Saint Louis, Missouri.

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