Krug Castle Challenge 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Saint Joseph, Missouri
- Entry fee
- From $30
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krug Castle 10K | 10K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $40 | – |
| Krug Castle Challenge! Go all the way! | – | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $80 | – |
| Krug Castle Kinda 5k | Other | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $30 | 45 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Krug Castle 10K: $40 until Oct 10.
- Krug Castle Challenge! Go all the way!: $80 until Oct 10.
- Krug Castle Kinda 5k: $30 until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in Missouri ($42).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Missouri runs 1:03:56, about 10:17 a mile, based on 58 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:08:41 and men in 57:55.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:23 AM, and the Krug Castle 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,040 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3500 Saint Joseph Ave, Saint Joseph, MO 64505
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 54°F at dawn to 75°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 84°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.
Race details
- Where
- 3500 Saint Joseph Ave, Saint Joseph, MO 64505Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,040 feet
- Distances
- 10K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Oct 25, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Krug Castle Challenge?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Missouri?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in Missouri ($42).
- What distances can I run?
- 10K, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 3500 Saint Joseph Ave, Saint Joseph, MO 64505.
From the organizers
NOTICE:
If you are planning on going all the way and embracing the full challenge, we encourage you to bring a head lamp and/or body lamp. There is lighting on the course, and some of the Christmas lights are up, but we still encourage you to bring your own lighted device if you plan to run in the dark!
Lace up for a castle-themed challenge like no other! Join us at the majestic Krug Park as we turn miles into miracles for St. Jude. Whether you're here to knock out that Measly Mile, grab a 5k or 10k medal, or push your limits, there's a path for every kind of hero!