St. Louis Sports Commission

05/28/2026

This week’s op-ed from our board chair Michael Loynd: Major sporting events drive visitors, jobs, tax revenue and national visibility for St. Louis.

St. Louis cannot keep underfunding sports recruitment efforts

05/27/2026

Celebrate the spirit of the Games right here in St. Louis! 🥇🎉

Join us for Olympic & Paralympic Day on Friday, June 26 at Washington University’s Francis Olympic Field & Sumers Recreation Center.

🏟 Walk/run the 1904 Olympic Stadium track
🏃🏿‍♀️ Hear from Olympic legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee
🥇 Celebrate St. Louis’ Olympic legacy
🎈 Enjoy FREE activities for all ages

Register today at stlsports.org/olympicday

05/20/2026

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 Carl Fricks Sportsmanship Scholarship!

Presented annually by the St. Louis Sports Foundation, the scholarship honors graduating high school seniors who exemplify outstanding sportsmanship, integrity, and respect.

This year’s recipients were recognized this morning at our quarterly board meeting. Congratulations to Jacob Bray, Bryce Clayborn, Drew Killian, Skye Madatali, Macy Moeckel, Elena Potsou, and Alaina Spent!

05/19/2026

05/12/2026

Still running on a high from the 2026 Biz Dash 5K! 🏃‍♂️

7,500 participants from 255 companies took over Downtown St. Louis for an evening full of fitness, fun, and community. Can’t wait to do it again next year!

05/12/2026

Celebrate Olympic & Paralympic Day in America’s first Olympic city!🥇

Join us Friday, June 26 from 10 AM–12 PM at Francis Olympic Field for Olympic-themed activities and the chance to run or walk the historic 1904 Olympic stadium track alongside St. Louis Olympians & Paralympians.

🏃 FREE & open to all ages
📍 WashU – Francis Olympic Field & Sumers Recreation Center
📅 Friday, June 26 | 10 AM–12 PM

Register today — https://stlsports.org/special-event/olympic-day/

05/11/2026

Relive the fun from the 2026 Biz Dash 5K! 🎉

Participants can now view and download event photos from race night at the link below.

📸: https://bit.ly/2026-Biz-Dash-Participant-Photos

05/08/2026

Another amazing night at the annual Biz Dash 5K presentation by World Wide Technology! 🏃‍♀️✨

Huge thanks to the 255 companies and 7,000+ participants who showed up! Thank you for your support of the St. Louis Sports Foundation—what an incredible turnout. Can’t wait to see you next year!

05/07/2026

Hey Biz Dash 5K participants! Want to see how you did?

Check out your post-race results at https://bit.ly/26BizDashResults after you cross the finish line!🥇🏁

05/07/2026

St. Louis Sports Commission Hosts 2026 Biz Dash 5K Presented by World Wide Technology Tonight

"St. Louis’ Healthiest Happy Hour” Is Downtown for 7,500 Participants From More Than 250 Companies

St. Louis Sports Commission Hosts 2026 Biz Dash 5K Presented by World Wide Technology Tonight

05/07/2026

Perfect racing weather ahead for the 2026 Biz Dash 5K! ☀️ With sunny skies, dry conditions, and a high of 66°, we couldn’t ask for a better day to hit the course.

Check out today’s hourly forecast from Scott Connell and KSDK News, the Official Weather Sponsor of the Biz Dash!