The Spring Sprung Half Marathon
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Event details
The SPRING SPRUNG 5k-10k and Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Grover, MO at the Wildwood Farmers Market (221 Plaza Dr). The event is organized by Rockinator Racing and includes three distance options:
- 5k
- 10k (two laps of the 5k)
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles; two laps on a different route with timed turnarounds)
Course and services
The course uses paved pedestrian paths through Wildwood Park, includes a tunnel and crossings of the West Wildwood bridges, and features a section known as "the incline" and a Pond Rd turnaround on the half marathon route. Aid stations are provided at mile 2 and mile 4, with an additional aid station at mile 6 for the half marathon. The course is described as fully marked and timed with professional chip timing.
Participants receive an event T-shirt (guaranteed for registrations by April 30), a Rockinator Racing neck buff, a drawstring backpack, race snacks and drinks, and access to free race photos and finish line video. Awards include medals for the top three in age groups and overall male and female winners for each event, with podium presentations. Packet pickup is available race morning at Wildwood Pub. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.