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Pound the Pavement for Parkinson's 5K Walk/Run 2026

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Start time
8:30 AM start (Chicago)
Entry fee
From $30
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Out of Town 1 Mile Fun Walk1 MileOct 3, 20268:30 AM$30–
1 Mile Fun Walk1 MileOct 3, 20269:30 AM$30–
5K Run/Walk5KOct 3, 20269:30 AM$30–
Out of Town 5K Walk/RunVirtual5KOct 3, 20269:30 AM$30–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • Out of Town 1 Mile Fun Walk: $30 until Oct 4.
  • 1 Mile Fun Walk and 5K Run/Walk: $30 until Oct 2.

Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $30, entry is about 13 percent below a typical 5K in Missouri, which costs $34.50 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Springfield runs 36:46, about 11:50 a mile, based on 34 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:55 and men in 32:21.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:09 AM, and the Out of Town 1 Mile Fun Walk starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 1,260 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield, MO 65807

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

140
finishers
49:03
median (15:46 /mi)
17:56
winning time
59% / 41%
women / men
median 49:0319:441:03:24
Finish times, fastest to slowest. Each bar is a slice of the field; the dashed line is the median.

Aggregated from official results for Pound the Pavement for Parkinson's 5K Walk/Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.

How fast do you need to be at Pound the Pavement for Parkinson's 5K Walk/Run?

In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 27:11 or better, the top quarter in 34:15, and half the field in 49:03; the last tenth came in after 1:00:21.

Third place by age group, 2025 5K Run/Walk
AgeWomenMen
Under 2052:1230:48
20-2935:3924:56
30-3934:0425:01
40-4930:5831:35
50-5936:4340:52
60-6940:5234:30
70+54:1836:47

Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.

What would my time get me?

Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.

Finishers by year

Down 30 percent since 2021.

All events combined, from official results.

Pound the Pavement for Parkinson's 5K Walk/Run 5K year by year

From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 165 to 140 finishers, and the median time rose from 44:24 to 49:03.

YearFinishersMedianFastest tenthWinner
2025140 (+31%)49:03under 27:1117:56
2024107 (-20%)36:15under 24:5618:23
2023133 (-8%)43:50under 25:5518:15
2022144 (-13%)49:31under 28:5818:09
202116544:24under 25:1619:06

From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.

How fast is it?

Slower than most Missouri 5Ks

The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 34:15, against 29:53 in a typical Missouri 5K, so times here run 15 percent slower.

Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.

Typical race-day weather

Around October 3 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 48°F and hot years reach 86°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.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Pound the Pavement for Parkinson's 5K Walk/Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Parking and travel

Event Parking

We will have volunteers directing you where to park your car. Paved parking is limited at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park and the majority of spots are for those that are handicap or with limited mobility. All other attendees will need to park…

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Race details

Where
3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield, MO 65807Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 1,260 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
1 Mile, 5K
Editions
2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Sep 20, 2025), 2024 (Oct 19, 2024), 2023 (Sep 30, 2023), 2022 (Nov 19, 2022), 2021 (Nov 20, 2021)

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Quick answers

When is Pound the Pavement for Parkinson's 5K Walk/Run?
Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Missouri?
At $30, entry is about 13 percent below a typical 5K in Missouri, which costs $34.50 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
1 Mile, 5K.
How big is it, and how fast?
In 2025, 140 runners finished the 5K Run/Walk; the median finish was 49:03 and the winner ran 17:56.
Is it a fast course?
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 34:15, against 29:53 in a typical Missouri 5K, so times here run 15 percent slower.
Where does it start?
3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield, MO 65807.

From the organizers

Get ready to pound the pavement for Parkinson's!!

Tech shirt and medal for all participants

Trophies for top 3 finishers in each age category

Breakfast casseroles, refreshments, and snacks

Music and entertainment

Race photos

Fun time!!

Cause: Our mission is to educate, support our community, and improve the quality of life for people affected by Parkinson’s disease. When someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s and is not aware of available community resources, they can often feel helpless and alone. This event helps bring a sense of unity and support to Parkinson's families who may feel isolated in their Parkinson's journey.

Entry Fee: $30 Pre-Registration; $35 Race Day Registration

Course: Head west on Wilson’s Creek Greenway and back

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