Dogwood-Azalea Festival 5k – Charleston, MO 2026

Race Details: Come join us for one of the oldest races in Southeast Missouri. The Dogwood - Azalea Run was first ran in 1979 and the tradition continues today! The race takes place during Charleston’s Annual Dogwood Azalea Festival. It starts and finishes at Rolwing Park while the Festival is taking place. This is a flat, fast, and beautiful course that is perfect for the 1st time runner and is equally as great for the seasoned runner. There will be spectators along the entire route cheering for you all the way to the finish line! We currently offer 3 races Toddler Run - $5. This run is one block. (Race day registration only) Youth Run - $5. This run is approximately 1/3 mile. (Race Day Registration only) 5k Run - Preregister Online $30 thru March 30th. Guaranteed Race shirt included $30 After March 30th thru April 17th - First come first serve on race shirts $35 race day registration in person Registration Location, Start & Finish Line Packet pick-up and Race Day Registration will be