Lace up your sneakers, bundle up, and get ready to dash through the charming little town of Defiance, twinkling with holiday lights and lined with cheering neighbors.
Whether you’re chasing a new PR or just jingling for the fun of it, this cozy, small-town race is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. This fun run takes place right before the Defiance Christmas festival and parade so plan to stick around and make a fun day of it. Ho-ho-hope to see you at the starting line!
A portion of every race entry will benefit the Augusta Volunteer Fire Protection District.
Pre-Event PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4th 2026
*Please try to make it to this packet pickup*
LOCATION:
Granada Cyclery
5858 Suemandy Drive
Saint Peters, MO 63376
TIME: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Make sure you bring your photo ID. You may pick up other participant’s packets.
RACE DAY, Packet Pick Up, and Finish Line Festival
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5th 2026
LOCATION:
Good News Brewing
2886 RT-94
Defiance, MO 63341
PARKING:
Plenty of parking around Defiance.
PACKET PICK UP:
7:30am-8:30am – Onsite race day packet pickup.
9:00am – 5K and 10K starts begin!
9:05am – 1 Mile Fun Run or walk begins!
ON COURSE NUTRITION:
Water and electrolyte drink on the run for all athletes.
FINISH LINE FUN:
Enjoy post-race music, snacks, and a festive time with other runners. Each participant 21 years of age or older will received a post-race beer courtesy of
Good News Brewing. This fun run takes place right before the Defiance Christmas Festival and parade so plan to stick around and make a fun day of it.
AWARDS:
Listen for announcements. We will start the awards as soon as the majority of each distance have finished.
Top 2 Overall Male and Female Finishers for the 5K and 10K race
Top 2 Age Group Male and Female Awards for the 5k and 10K race in the following age categories: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
RACE SHIRT GUARANTEE:
Last day to register to guarantee a race shirt is November 11, 2026.
DOGS:
We love animals, but due to insurance requirements, dogs are not permitted on the race course. NOTE: Athletes who require a service animal as defined by the ADA in order to participate must contact us in advance so that we can make accommodations.
INCLEMENT WEATHER, REFUND AND TRANSFER POLICY:
There is NO inclement weather makeup date. In the event of inclement weather, race management reserves the right to cancel, alter, modify, or shorten the event/course if necessary for participant, volunteer, or staff safety. Any decision regarding race operations will be made with overall event safety as the top priority.
There are NO refunds, deferrals, or complimentary race entries to future events under any circumstances, including weather-related cancellations or course modifications. All entry fees are non-transferable, and race registrations may not be transferred to another participant.
All monies collected are used to plan, organize, and produce the event, including race supplies, permits, staffing, administration, and operational expenses. By registering, each participant acknowledges and accepts these risks and policies.
Participants concerned about unexpected circumstances are strongly encouraged to purchase the optional race insurance policy offered during registration.
PHOTO DISCLAIMER:
There may be a photographer on site capturing pictures of the event. Since this is a public event, we reserve the right to post photos on our social media or agency website. Photos may also be used in promotional materials.
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
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