Hancock XC Invitational Open Race
About this race
The Hancock Cross Country Invitational is a historic annual meet held at Jefferson Barracks Park. Here, you can register for the open race, which begins at 8:00am prior to the high school races. This is a unique opportunity to race on the iconic cross country course. All ages and abilities welcome! Stick around after your race and watch some of the area's top high school distance running talent!
Join fellow runners on October 17, 2026 for the Hancock XC Invitational Open Race. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Saint Louis.
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Open 5K
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About Saint Louis
Hancock XC Invitational Open Race takes place in Saint Louis, Missouri, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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