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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Mile Run/Walk | 1 Mile | Oct 11, 20268:30 AM | $30$35 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5k Run/ Walk | 5K | Oct 11, 20268:30 AM | $35$40 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Kids 1-Mile Fun Run | Kids | Oct 11, 20268:30 AM | $15$20 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| ROC from HomeVirtual | 5K | Oct 11, 20268:30 AM | $30$35 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 1 Mile fee goes up to $35 on Oct 1, 2026.
Online registration closes Oct 12, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Missouri ($34.50).
A typical finisher at a 5K in Saint Louis runs 37:38, about 12:07 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 42:06 and men in 33:08.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:04 AM, and the 1-Mile Run/Walk starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 480 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Sons of Rest Pavilion, Tower Grove Park, Saint Louis, MO 63110
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Around October 11 the day usually runs from 52°F at dawn to 72°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 81°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Families Run for Ovarian Cancer ROC Star 5k & 1-Mile Run/Walk cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Packet Pickup Times. You are able to pick up packets for friends, family, team members, etc. but you must have first and last name of each participant. Unfortunately packet pickup volunteers are not able to pull team lists or rosters. If…
Schedule and packet pickup
Day-of packet pickup will be offered this year, however we strongly encourage advance packet pickup to alleviate long lines at the event. Day-of packet pickup will be available at the Registration table in the Sons of Rest Pavilion from…
Schedule and packet pickup
We look forward to ROC'ing with you for the 20th Annual FamiliesROC event. Check out our event lineup below: 8:00 am - Event Grounds Open. 9:00 am - Survivor Ceremony, all registered survivors in attendance are encouraged to join us at the…
Rules and FAQ
Even ROC Stars have questions, here are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions: Can my friends/ family/ neighbors still register? Heck yes, registration remains open until race morning. You can even register onsite at the…
Rules and FAQ
The event organizers reserve the right to alter or cancel the event due to inclement weather if conditions are deemed to be unsafe. Please note refunds will not be issued in the event of a weather-related cancellation, and the event will…
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Are you ready to ROC? Join us for the 20th annual Families Run for Ovarian Cancer ROC Star Run/ Walk at Tower Grove Park! The ROC Star event was started in 2006 by the Jorgensen family as their wife, mother and Nana, Brenda, fought her own battle with ovarian cancer. Sadly, she lost that battle in 2011 but the event continues to honor her spirit and to raise funds for ovarian cancer research and ongoing awareness programs through St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness.