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There is only one race that is as fun-filled, colorful and slightly wacky as Mardi Gras: The Run for Your Beads 5K. That means you'll enjoy all the fun with: run through historic scenery of Soulard starting (and ending) at Soulard Market Park; mid-race pitstop stocked with hurricanes for legally aged runners This one-of-a-kind race is filled with wacky Mardi Gras traditions! Your registration includes: 5K run through historic Soulard, starting (and ending) at Soulard Market Park. Mid-race refreshments, stocked with Hurricanes for legally-aged runners. Pass through Anheuser-Busch Brewery and see the world-famous Clydesdales That means you'll enjoy all the fun and historic scenery of Soulard with mid-race pit stops stocked with beer and hurricanes for legally aged runners. Make sure to dress in your best Mardi Gras garb, because in addition to prizes for the winners of each division, we’ll be honoring the runner with the best costume. No other race is quite as fun, colorful and, well, wacky as the 5K Run for Your Beads during Mardi Gras in St. Louis. Dress in your best purple, green and gold garb as there will be a prize for the runner with the most eye-catching costume. Mardi Gras Season Starts Here! Jan. 6. BOS Family Winter Carnival and Shoebox Float Gallery. JAN 18. February Fords Gin Scavenger Hunt. FEB. 8. Cajun Cook-Off. FEB. 15. Run For Your Beads 5K. FEB. 22. Verizon Taste of Soulard. FEB. 22-23. Purina Pet Parade. FEB. 23. Tito’s Vodka Wiener Dog Derby. FEB. 23. Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball. FEB. 28 There is only one race that is as fun-filled, colorful and slightly wacky as Mardi Gras: The Missouri Lottery 5K Run for Your Beads. That means you'll enjoy all the fun and historic scenery of Soulard with mid-race pitstops stocked with beer and hurricanes for legally aged runners. Get ready to lace-up for the most vibrant and outrageous 5K you've ever been a part of—the Run for Your Beads! Imagine the spirit of Mardi Gras infused into every step of the race, set against the historic background of Soulard. Mid-race, you can quench your thirst—age permitting—with beer and hurricanes at our spirited pit stops.** There is only one race that is as fun-filled, colorful and slightly wacky as Mardi Gras: The Run for Your Beads 5K. 📍 Location. Join us at Soulard Market Park, Saint Louis, MO, for a vibrant race experience! 🍹 Race Highlights. Scenic Route: Enjoy all the fun and historic scenery of Soulard. Get ready for a vibrant and exhilarating experience at the Run For Your Beads 5K on Saturday, February 22, 2025, in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri! This unique race combines the spirit of Mardi Gras with a fun-filled 5K run through the historic Soulard neighborhood. 12th Night Fords Gin Scavenger Hunt Cajun Cook-Off Run For Your Beads 5K Verizon Taste of Soulard Purina Pet Parade Tito’s Vodka Wiener Dog Derby Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball Bud Light Grand Parade Bud Light Party Tent Carnival Tent Sunset Hills Subaru Blues Alumni Experience Underdog Party Zone BOS Family Winter Carnival and Shoebox Float Gallery 12th Night Fords Gin Scavenger Hunt Cajun Cook-Off Run For Your Beads 5K Verizon Taste of Soulard Purina Pet Parade Tito’s Vodka Wiener Dog Derby Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball Bud Light Grand Parade Bud Light Party Tent Carnival Tent Sunset Hills Subaru Blues Alumni Experience Underdog Party Zone BOS Family Winter Carnival and Shoebox Float Gallery Strong Support Predicted for Continuing Soulard's Mardi Gras Tradition into 45th Season . ST. LOUIS, Mo. — January 6, the 12th Night after Christmas, will begin the 45th St. Louis Mardi . Gras season in Historic Soulard. This year's Mardi Gras season will feature ten events over five . weeks offering something for everyone. Annual regional economic activity generated by Soulard Mardi Gras: $20m Soulard Mardi Gras donations to STL charities/not-for-profits, 2002-2022: $1.3m Number of dollars it cost to produce Soulard Mardi Gras in 1980: $1.2k Number of dollars it costs to produce Soulard Mardi Gras in 2023: $1.3m Number of days between Fat Tuesday and Easter: 47 Get info about the 2025 Mardi Gras 5k Run For Your Beads happening in St. Louis! Saturday, February 15, 2025 Time: General Admission: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm / Kitchen Pass: 11:30 am – 4:00 pm . Bud Light Party Centre in Soulard Market Park No other race is quite as fun, colorful and, well, wacky as the 5K Run for Your Beads during Mardi Gras in St. Louis. Dress in your best purple, green and gold garb as there will be a prize for the runner with the most eye-catching costume. There is only one race that is as fun-filled, colorful and slightly wacky as Mardi Gras: The Run for Your Beads 5K. That means you'll enjoy all the fun with: 12th Night Fords Gin Scavenger Hunt Cajun Cook-Off Run For Your Beads 5K Verizon Taste of Soulard Purina Pet Parade Tito’s Vodka Wiener Dog Derby Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball Bud Light Grand Parade Bud Light Party Tent Carnival Tent Sunset Hills Subaru Blues Alumni Experience Underdog Party Zone BOS Family Winter Carnival and Shoebox Float Gallery Wednesday, August 11 from 5-8pm at S2 Brentwood, Brentwood Pointe, 8420 Eager Rd, St. Louis, MO 63144; Thursday, August 12 from 6-7pm at the Run Site, Lumiere Casino, 999 N 2nd St, St. Louis, MO 63102; All registered participants will receive a race packet which includes the limited edition Mardi Gras logo'ed jester hat. Mardi Gras Season Starts Here! Jan. 6. BOS Family Winter Carnival and Shoebox Float Gallery. JAN 18. February Fords Gin Scavenger Hunt. FEB. 8. Cajun Cook-Off. FEB. 15. Run For Your Beads 5K. FEB. 22. Verizon Taste of Soulard. FEB. 22-23. Purina Pet Parade. FEB. 23. Tito’s Vodka Wiener Dog Derby. FEB. 23. Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball. FEB. 28
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