Long after the last person has crossed the finish line, the Ferguson Twilight Run continues to benefit residents of Ferguson and the surrounding communities. Nearly $50,000 in proceeds from the Ferguson Twilight Run have been donated to organizations that improve the lives of North St. Louis County residents over the past five years. In 2014,
Read MoreSince 2010, the Ferguson Twilight Run has been bringing together members of our community – men, women, black, white, young, old, rich, poor – for one purpose, to cross the finish line together. At this time, our hearts are hurting for one another. We are hurting for the family and friends of Michael Brown, for
Read MoreThank you to Justin Barr Photography for all the amazing photos of this year’sThe full gallery is ready at http://www.justinbarrphoto.com/ferguson2014 There are pictures from the Farmer’s Market packet pickup, pre-race, lots of cute kids in the One Mile fun run, 5k/10k race and after race photos. Enjoy! And if you find any you like, they’re
Read MoreAt a recent awards ceremony hosted by Big River Race Management, the Ferguson Twilight Run received the Best Neighborhood Support Award for the second year in a row. The 2012 and 2013 races were recognized for their overall community involvement in the event. Big River Race Management Director Patrick Hamel noted the Ferguson Twilight Run’s
Read MoreStrawberries, Roses, Ladybugs, Tomatoes, Cardinals, Superman’s Cape, Chili Peppers, Stop Signs, Fire Trucks… and the T-Shirt for the Fifth Annual Ferguson Twilight Run! Thank you to race sponsor Blue’s Arthouse for the stellar shirt design! How do you wear your Ferguson Twilight Run shirt? Post a photo of yourself wearing your Ferguson Twilight Run shirt
Read MoreSince the first year of the Ferguson Twilight Run, Maria Smith has run the 5K in the Ferguson Twilight Run every year. As an aerobics teacher in North St. Louis County, she challenges her students to participate in the race with her. Maria often crosses the finish line with over sixty of her students on
Read MoreCheerleading and dance squads, music bands, drumlines and anyone with spirit and enthusiasm are wanted to join the cheer stations along the route of the 5th Annual Ferguson Twilight Run. Help cheer race participants up hills, around corners and across the finish line on May 17! Play your favorite music or make signs. Do whatever
Read MoreRegistration fees increase on April 13, but you and your team can still get a discount on your registration after this date. When you register ten or more people as a team for the 5K or 10K, you get $2 off of each person’s entry fee. Teams of four or more registering for the one
Read MoreIt takes a lot of dynamic and energetic people to help make each year’s event successful. Volunteer opportunities include packet pickup the week before the race, pre-race course setup, race course monitoring, water station distribution, finish line congratulating and post-race food distribution. Click here to register to volunteer.
Read MoreIn the first and second annual Ferguson Twilight Runs, Mary Margaret Orbin walked the one mile race. The third year, she participated in the Ferguson Couch to 5K program. The group got her started running altogether and prepared her to cross the 5K finish line of the 3rd Annual Ferguson Twilight Run. Since then, Mary
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