Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 4:00 PM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Weston, Missouri
- Entry fee
- From $40 · goes up to $60 on Oct 17, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Bluffs Trail 10K | 10K | Oct 17, 20264:00 PM | $50$60 after Oct 17, 2026 | – |
| Weston Bluffs Trail 5K | 5K | Oct 17, 20264:00 PM | $40$50 after Oct 17, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $60 on Oct 17, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Weston Bluffs Trail 10K: $50 until Oct 17, then $60 until Oct 17.
- Weston Bluffs Trail 5K: $40 until Oct 17, then $50 until Oct 17.
Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $50, entry is about 19 percent above a typical 10K in Missouri, which costs $42 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Missouri runs 1:08:35, about 11:02 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:18:56 and men in 1:10:07.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:30 AM, and the Weston Bluffs Trail 10K starts at 4:00 PM. The start sits about 1,010 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
300 Main Street, Weston, MO 64098
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (5 years)Weston Bluffs Trail 5K
Weston Bluffs Trail 10K
Aggregated from official results for Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K?
At the 2025 Weston Bluffs Trail 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 23:50 or better, the top quarter in 28:32, and half the field in 33:46; the last tenth came in after 53:11.
At the 2025 Weston Bluffs Trail 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 47:02 or better, the top quarter in 53:55, and half the field in 1:00:58; the last tenth came in after 1:28:33.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 29:22 | 20:14 |
| 30-39 | 28:28 | 24:28 |
| 40-49 | 31:52 | 23:57 |
| 50-59 | 37:18 | 31:13 |
| 60-69 | 41:48 | n/a |
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
Up 19 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K 5K year by year
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 152 to 175 finishers, and the median time dropped from 34:38 to 33:46.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 175 (+1%) | 33:46 | under 23:50 | 19:28 |
| 2024 | 174 (+9%) | 33:25 | under 24:11 | 19:02 |
| 2023 | 159 (+3%) | 39:23 | under 27:34 | 21:57 |
| 2022 | 154 (+1%) | 38:00 | under 27:20 | 20:38 |
| 2021 | 152 | 34:38 | under 22:15 | 18:13 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most US trail 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:32, against 31:02 in a typical US trail 5K, so times here run 8 percent faster.
- 10K: Faster than most US trail 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 53:55, against 1:02:41 in a typical US trail 10K, so times here run 14 percent faster.
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 17 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 71°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 82°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
- 300 Main Street, Weston, MO 64098Map
- Course
- Trail
- Start elevation
- About 1,010 feet
- Included with entry
- Short Sleeve TShirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026), 2025 (Nov 1, 2025), 2024 (Nov 2, 2024), 2023 (Sep 30, 2023), 2022 (Oct 22, 2022), 2021 (Oct 23, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 4:00 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees, and rises to $60 on Oct 17, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Missouri?
- At $50, entry is about 19 percent above a typical 10K in Missouri, which costs $42 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?
- 5K, 10K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 175 runners finished the Weston Bluffs Trail 5K; the median finish was 33:46 and the winner ran 19:28.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:32, against 31:02 in a typical US trail 5K, so times here run 8 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- 300 Main Street, Weston, MO 64098.
From the organizers
The 7th annual Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K will take place on October 17th, 2026! Run along the scenic Missouri River bluffs and enjoy Weston's natural beauty. All proceeds benefit the Weston Masonic Lodge #53 and the Weston Community Food Pantry. We are proud to support both of these organizations and their efforts helping our local community.
Race Time: Saturday October 17th at 4:00pm
Location : Weston Bluffs Trail 300 Main Street Weston, MO 64098
Race Day Packet Pickup October 17th 1pm - 4pm Check in tent at 300 Main Weston, MO 64098
Trail Information
https://www.platteparks.com/trail/weston-bluffs-trail/
The 5K is an out and back course on asphalt. The 10K is an out and back course on asphalt and pea gravel.