Dogwood Run

About the Event

The Dogwood Run 2026 is a community-focused event in Ladue, Missouri, reviving the legacy of the historic Dogwood Parade. Scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, the race features a scenic 3K course around the famous "Ladue Triangle." The event is designed for all participation levels, including runners, walkers, and families with strollers. Beyond the race, the day serves as a charitable effort to support pediatric heart care through the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation.

Race Distance	Start Time	Course Location	Beneficiary
Timed 3K Run/Walk	8:00 AM CDT	Ladue Triangle (9781 Clayton Rd)	Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

-- Packet Pickup: Early pickup is available on Wednesday, May 20 (3–5 PM) at Albarre Jewelry and Friday, May 22 (4–6 PM) at Ladue Taco. This is highly recommended to avoid race-day congestion.
-- Post-Race Festival: After the run, participants and community members gather for a festival to kick off the summer season. The festival atmosphere focuses on camaraderie and giving back to heart families.
-- Awards: Recognition is given to the top two male and female finishers across various age groups, celebrating both competitive and recreational achievement.
-- Philanthropy: All race proceeds benefit the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation (OHHF). OHHF provides free mental health services through "Ollie's Branch" and financial support to families dealing with pediatric heart conditions. Their mental health program has supported thousands of heart warriors and caregivers across the country.
-- Community Profile: Ladue is a historic residential community in St. Louis County with a population of approximately 8,940. The area is known for its high educational attainment, with 88.1% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
-- Regional Demographics: According to 2024–2025 census estimates, Ladue’s racial composition is primarily White (85.6%). The community also includes significant representations of Asian (6.7%), Multiracial (3.9%), Hispanic (1.6%), and Black (1.3%) residents. The median household income in this specific zip code exceeds $250,000, with only 1.1% of the population living below the poverty line.
-- Contact: Organized by Mark Spewak of Spewak Training. For volunteer opportunities or event support, participants can contact the race director at 314-705-2992.

The Dogwood Run 2026 continues the long-standing tradition of bringing the Ladue community together for a meaningful cause, combining a morning of fitness with a deep commitment to pediatric heart health.

Races Offered

3K

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 3km

terrain

Type — Running

timer

08:00

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$28.74

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in St. Louis.

thermostat Temperature

14.3° / 24.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

12.9° / 23.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 54m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.5 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

68.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:48

nightlight Sunset

20:06

About St. Louis

Learn more about the host city, St. Louis.

The Gateway City of St. Louis is the epitome of the modern Midwestern metropolis. Missouri's second-largest city is vibrant but laid-back, populous but navigable, historic but still relevant. The city's planners have created an aesthetically beautiful city, with plenty of green space amidst buildings both old and new, framed by the majestic Mississippi and Missouri rivers. And capping it all is the world's tallest man-made monument, the beautiful and iconic Gateway Arch.