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Sun Run
Run for a future deserved...
Sunday, October 13, 2024
Since our inaugural event in 2017, we have always said that The Sun Run is “more than a 5k”. In 2024, that will literally be true and we invite you to experience The Sun Run re-imagined!
Presented by Walgreens, The Sun Run is set to take Forest Park by storm on October 13, 2024. Due to construction in the park this year, we are doing “MORE in ‘24”. This not-to-be-missed event promises MORE miles (a 6k and 1-mile course) and MORE fun for runners and non-runners of all ages!
The 6k run features chip-timing from Start 2 Finish St. Louis and the 1-mile offers a casual walk option. Every run/walk registrant will receive an official Sun Run t-shirt. Can’t make it to Forest Park? Virtual participation is also available!
**Deadline for virtual registration and guaranteed shirt sizes is Sunday, September 29.
We will maintain our tradition of having a robust Runners’ Village filled with local food and beverage vendors and entertainment galore. We will have a DJ, a juggler, face painters, balloon artists, bubble machines and lots of kids’ games and activities. MORE IN 2024 we are adding a Polar Palace experience! Finish your run or walk and cool off in Polar Palace, where you can enjoy some yummy frozen treats, hot cocoa, interaction with Elsa, Anna and Olaf and activities for the kids!
Sun Run sponsorships and corporate engagement opportunities are available. Click HERE to view our opportunities packet. Click HERE to view our fundraising incentives.
The Sun Run 6k and 1-mile walk supports the world-class pediatric health care provided every day at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. Since opening our doors in 1956 as the nation’s first freestanding Catholic children’s hospital, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon has remained steadfast in our commitment to exceptional and accessible health care. Over the years, we have proudly served more than 10 million children in need from the bi-state region of Missouri and Illinois and beyond. Our devotion has never been stronger, and the need has never been greater. At Cardinal Glennon, we ensure our doors are always open for a child in need as we are more than just a hospital, we are a devoted partner in the health and well-being of families. Many of our programs and services thrive through the generosity of friends, partners, and donors as we live our mission every day: Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.
Thank you in advance for checking out the Sun Run!
#FutureDeserved
MORE miles + MORE fun = MORE futures for SSM Health Cardinal Glennon kids.
Race Info
- Runner's Village will be located at the Forest Park Festival and Parking Plaza. Street parking is available throughout Forest Park.
- Race Route options include a 1 mile or 6k (Click for a route map.)
- Registration Fee
- $30 for in-person participants Age 13+ (traditional swag pick up)
- $18 for in-person participants Age 12 and under (traditional swag pick up)
- $37.50 for virtual participant Age 13+ (mailed swag)
- $23.00 for virtual participant Age 12 and under (mailed swag)
- Registration Includes
- Sun Run t-shirt
- Access to the Sun Run fundraising platform
- Runner’s Village amenities, family-friendly activities and pre- and post-race entertainment for in-person participants
- Complimentary beverages and post-race food for in-person participants
- Important Dates:
- Sunday, Sept. 29: Virtual registration and guaranteed t-shirt size cut-off
- Sunday, Oct. 13, 11:59pm: Cut-off to earn incentive fundraising swag
- Packet Pick-Up will be available at the following dates, times & locations:
- SSM Health Mission Hill employees (Packet delivery only): Thursday, Oct. 10 Packet distribution TBD.
- SSM Health employees only: Friday, Oct. 11 from 11 am - 4 pm at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital – Ground Floor Atrium
- Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Fleet Feet Des Peres
- Sunday, Oct. 13 from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. in Runner’s Village at Forest Park
- Timeline
- 7:30 am – Day of Registration & Packet Pick-Up opens
- 8:30 am – Opening Remarks, Fundraising Recognitions and Pre-Race Warm-Up
- 9 am – 6k begins
- 9:10 am - 1-Mile Walk begins
- Post-Race – Awards Ceremony and Runner’s Village amenities/activities, food and beverage
Sun Run Resources
Download the tools below to help you have a more successful Sun Run!
Raising $1,000 might seem daunting, but with our step-by-step guide we show you how it can easily be done in a timely manner!
Have you started a team page and are thinking, "Now what?" Our Team Captain Toolkit has everything you need to help you along your fundraising and leadership journey with the Sun Run.
Looking to send emails using your personal e-mail account? We’re here to help! Our Guide has a few email templates that you can simply copy and paste into your personal email.
Need a few ideas on how to extend your fundraising capabilities? Download the Ways to Fundraise PDF for some suggestions to increase your fundraising support of Cardinal Glennon kids.
Here to help you showcase your reason to support the Sun Run. Download the "I'm Running For" Sign to show everyone your 'why' in supporting Cardinal Glennon kids.
Need some facts to help share the mission of SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital? This Cardinal Glennon Facts Sheet has several to help you inspire family and friends to support your Sun Run fundraising efforts.
Looking for three easy steps to optimize your fundraising page? Download the Fundraising Quick Start Guide for an easy-to-follow flow of the Sun Run fundraising process.
Looking for a customizable sign to help promote your Sun Run Team? Download the Fillable Team Poster for a name-customizable poster you can fill out and print off to help get people to join your Sun Run team. (Requires Adobe Acrobat to edit the PDF.)
Running a 6k might seem daunting, but with our week-to-week schedule we show you how it can be achieved before the event!
To read our full event terms and conditions, visit: glennon.org/events/terms-and-conditions.