Run Upside Down 5K & Buddy Walk® 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Springfield, Missouri
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k (3.21 mile) Run | 5K | Oct 3, 20268:30 AM | $35 | – |
| Buddy Walk® | Other | Oct 3, 20269:30 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5k (3.21 mile) Run: $35 until Oct 3.
- Buddy Walk®: $25 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Missouri ($34.50).
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 7:08 AM, and the 5k (3.21 mile) Run starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 1,240 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
209 W Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803
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 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.
Race details
- Where
- 209 W Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,240 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Run Upside Down 5K & Buddy Walk®?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Missouri?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Missouri ($34.50).
- 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 209 W Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803.
From the organizers
Join us on Saturday, October 3rd on Historic C-Street in Springfield, Missouri, as we celebrate inclusion, community, and the incredible individuals served by Down Syndrome Group of the Ozarks.
8:30 AM – 5k Race
9:30 AM – Buddy Walk®
Following – Block Party
This family-friendly event brings together runners, walkers, local businesses, and community members for a morning of fun and purpose.