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2nd Best in North America!
The mighty 5K is by far the most popular race in the U.S., with around 9 million registrants annually. USA TODAY 10Best editors and a panel of running enthusiasts compiled a list of their top 20 5K races, then we asked readers to vote for the best – and the results are in. Running From Yeti was voted the 3rd Best 5k in North America in 2023 and 2nd Best 5K in North America in 2024!
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.runningfromyeti.com/.
Place
3825 W FR 146
Springfield, MO US 65807
Description
In Nepal's folklore, Yeti is an "abominable Snowman", who looks like an ape, is taller than an average human, and is believed to live in the Himalayas, Siberia, Central and East Asia. Yeti, during pre-19th century, has been believed to be a "Glacier Being" who was worshipped by the indigenous communities.
However, in Southwest, MO, he is a cute big fellar that we can't wait to see this February 22th, 2025 to playfully run from him, take pictures with him, high-five him, and have a chilly party with him!
Come join us and:
- Run/Walk/Jog/Cartwheel
- Earn Your Comfy Hoodie for Half and Full Participants
- Choose Between One of the Bonus Swag
- Enjoy Tasty Treats and Food
- Wear WHITE to match Freddie!
- AND Dance to Some YETI MUSIC
2023 Recap Video
As of 2024, 42 States Represented!
City Specific Swag
All participants receive a City Specific Hoodie, Distance Specific Finishers Medal, Custom Bib, Choice of Beanie OR upgrade to Thin Pullover, and a REALLY GOOD TIME!
Event Schedule
Saturday, February 8th - Rutledge Wilson Farm Park
- 8:00am Course Preview Hosted by: TEAM HEARTLAND Ambassadors
Friday, February 21st - Fleet Feet Springfield
- 3:00-6:30pm Packet Pickup
Saturday, February 22nd - Rutledge Wilson Farm Park
- 7:00am Participants allowed on-site (strictly enforced)
- 7:00-8:00am Out-of-town Packet Pickup @Event Site
- 7:40am Freddie Starts the Party
- 7:45am Marathon Start
- 7:50am Half-Marathon Start
- 8:05am 10k Start
- 8:15am 5k Start
- 8:30am Post-Race Activities/Vendors Open
- 9:30am 5k/10k Award Ceremony
- 10:45am Half-Marathon Award Ceremony
- Rolling Marathon Award Ceremony
- 4:00pm Course Close
Host Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton - Springfield
2431 N. Glenstone
Springfield, MO 65803
Take the stress out of race weekend and book one or two nights at DoubleTree! Discount nightly rates (plus tax) available February 21-22, 2025 for the following room types: Double Queen - $129.00; Single King -$129.00. Breakfast at Gracie’s Breakfast Café can be added for $12.95 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Book online through this link or call DoubleTree at 417-831-3131 and use the group code CDT90Z. Reservations must be booked by January 22, 2025.
Complete 3 or All 4!
2025 Yeti-Fecta
4 Cites = 4 times the fun! Complete the Fayetteville, AR; Springfield, Kansas City, and St. Louis, MO Running From Yeti 2025 Events to earn a SWEET Spinning Medal and an awesome Jacket (coming soon)!
- Compete Virtually OR In-Person
- Any Distance at any of the Events
Can't manage 4, but have the energy for 3 races? We got you! Join Running From Yeti 2025 Events in 3 cities of your choice and earn a SWEET Spinning Medal to show off to your friends!
- Compete Virtually OR In-Person
- Any Distance at any of the Events
Yeti-Fecta Medal
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