Unlimited Play Events:
Sweaty Pig 5K & 1-Mile Run
Let’s Get Sweaty!
This year’s event will feature both in-person and virtual race options.
Come get your sweat on for the 2026 Sweaty Pig 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run in support of Unlimited Play! Or join us virtually for a 1 Mile, 5K or 10K. Your participation will help develop accessible playgrounds so that all children and their caregivers can enjoy the freedom of play, regardless of their abilities.
Join the in-person run on Saturday, June 20, at Zachary’s Playground in Lake Saint Louis, MO. After the race, enjoy BBQ, music and playground time. There will be tons of fun for EVERYONE!
For the virtual run, you get to choose the race course and start time! Run around your neighborhood, a nearby park or your favorite Unlimited Play playground. All you have to do is complete your run or walk between Friday, June 19, and Sunday, June 21. Then, upload your time to be recognized for this accomplishment with all our virtual runners!
In-Person Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 8 AM
In-Person Location: Zachary’s Playground in Hawk Ridge Park, Ridgeway Avenue, Lake Saint Louis, MO, USA
Virtual Start Date: Friday, June 19, 2026 at 12:01 AM
Virtual End Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM *results become official on June 22
Virtual Location: Anywhere you choose!
The Sweaty Pig is an annual fundraiser for Unlimited Play, a St. Louis-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Race results are managed by Start 2 Finish St. Louis.
Piglet Dash
Children ages 5 and under can join the fun, too! Register for the FREE 50-yard Piglet Dash, and your child will receive a soft plastic pig nose and youth T-shirt to wear on race weekend.
Ready for a squealing good time?!
Packet Pickup Info
Runners who reside in the St. Louis metro area are requested to pick up their race packet on Friday, June 19, from 8:30 AM to 5 PM CST at the location below:
Lake Saint Louis City Hall – Conference Room
200 Civic Center Drive
Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367
If you are unavailable during this time, you can pick up your packet on race day, Saturday, June 20, between 7 AM and 7:45 AM at Zachary’s Playground.
Runners outside of the St. Louis metro area will receive their race packet in the mail before race weekend. If you reside in the St. Louis metro area and would prefer to have your items shipped, we will be happy to send your packet for the additional cost of shipping.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Gain exposure for your organization while supporting a great cause! To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Diane Vollmer at diane@unlimitedplay.org.
Thank you to the sponsors of our 2025 Sweaty Pig Race for your past support!
