Union Founder's Day 10K | 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Proceeds from the race will benefit the Union R-XI Foundation.

🎉 Event Details

• Date: 2025-05-10
• Location: Courthouse Square, Union, MO
• Race format: 10K | 5K
• Website: Register here

🏆 Race Highlights

• History: 47th Annual Founder's Day Run presented by the Union R-XI Foundation.
• Evening Start: The race has returned to its roots with an evening start during Union's annual Founder’s Day Festival.
• Scenic Route: The route has not been finalized yet, but the start/finish has been moved to the courthouse square.
• Challenge: Known to be a tough race, continuing the tradition as the oldest and longest-standing road race in Franklin County.

🎶 Festival Fun

• Family Friendly: Celebrate with family and enjoy the many festivities at the courthouse square in downtown Union.
• Post-Race Perks: After finishing the race, grab yourself a FREE beer (21 and over) and enjoy live music.
• Activities: Turtle races, craft vendors, cornhole tournament, pickleball tournament, pie baking contest, food trucks, and more.
• Community Spirit: Sponsored by the Union Parks & Recreation Department and local businesses to bring the community together.

🌟 About the Foundation

The Union R-XI Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, charitable organization that supports the students, staff, facilities, and programs of the Union R-XI School District. To learn more about the Foundation please visit https://www.rxifoundation.org/.

📝 Registration Information

• Early-bird registration: Now through 4/10/25
• Late registration: 4/11/25 - Race Day
• Online registration ends: 5/7/25
• Shirt Guarantee: Registrations submitted after 4/10/25 are NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT.