Brain Bolt 5K

United States flag Maryland Heights, Missouri, United States

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Brain Bolt 5K runsignup.com
Date 12 Apr, 2026
Races 2 distances
Entry fee $30.00
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Brain Bolt 5K

About the event

The Brain Injury Foundation of St. Louis (BIFSTL) is a provider of employment services for people who have sustained a brain injury.  BIFSTL is a proud provider to our Wounded Warriors and offers brain injury psychotherapy to individuals and their families.
 

Join us for Brain Bolt 2026, benefiting the Dura Mater Clubhouse. This family-friendly event will take place on April 12th at Creve Coeur Lake Park and is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to have fun and support a great cause, this event is for you!

All proceeds from the Brain Bolt 5k will directly benefit the Dura Mater Clubhouse, helping to provide a nurturing and welcoming space for our members to thrive. The Clubhouse's mission is to continue to progress toward independence, achieve personal growth, hone skills for work readiness and actively participate in their community.

So, lace up your running shoes, gather your friends and family, and join us for Brain Bolt 2026. 

Click here to learn more about Dura Mater Clubhouse.

Packet Pick Up

You may pick up your packet at Big River Running Company - 13969 Manchester Road, 63011, on FRIDAY April 10th from 2:00pm - 6:00pm. Race Day packet pick up will be available about an hour before the event. 

Awards

Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in these age group categories:
1-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+

Races offered

12Apr

1 Mile Run/Walk

Running

Distance
1 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$30.00
12Apr

5k Run/Walk

Running

Distance
5K
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$30.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for April in Maryland Heights.

Temperature8.8° / 19.7°
Feels like5.3° / 16.6°
Sunshine hours9h 30m
Rainfall4.6 mm
Snowfall—
Wind13.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity64.2%
Max UV indexModerate (5.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise06:24
Sunset19:38

About Maryland Heights

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Maryland Heights is a second-ring west-northwest suburb of St. Louis, located in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. The population was 27,472 at the 2010 census. The city was incorporated in 1985. Edwin L. Dirck was appointed the city's first mayor by then County Executive Gene McNary. Mark M. Levin served as City Administrator from August 1985 to 2015.

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