The Kilometer Queens
A group of supportive friends organized by a pair of lifelong friends who love to stay active by dressing up in costumes and running, walking, jogging or running organized races! Yes we dress up for organized races, no you don't have to! Run, walk, jog, run, race or stand on the sidelines and cheer! Tammy and Amanda will share the race, the costume theme for the race, and links to the items they plan to wear, but it's all optional. We just want you to come out and move with us! Our goal is to plan one race a month! As we get the events scheduled we will share the information down below.
February Race
2/15/2026 5k Couple Shuffle
Race Day Schedule
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Blue Wave Edwardsville Carpool Meetup TBA
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7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup
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8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area)
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9:00am National Anthem and Race Start!
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Brunch After All Kilometer Queen Participants Finish
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Location TBD
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Valentines Themed Costume
2/15/2026 Couple Shuffle
Costume:
Red Shirt
Black or White Vest
Black Pants
White Tutu
Silly Heart Headband
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(This comes with shamrock headband that we will wear for March Race)
Heart Knee High Socks
Red Hat, Scarf, Gloves
Remember, you don't have to join us in costume!
If it's your thing go all in or just a little!
Other Things To Know
2/15/2026 Couple Shuffle
Remember you don't have to join us in costume, but if it's your thing go all in or just a little!
We usually meet at Blue Wave Edwardsville and carpool to the race. Sometime the week before we will communicate about carpool meeting time!
Breakfast after if you have time!
Email us at kilometerqueens@gmail.com to to let us know you plan to attend this race so we can communicate carpool information, communicate brunch location, and ensure we get that before and after race photo!
Don't forget to register on race website!
March Race
3/15/2026 St. Patrick's Day 5k
Race Day Schedule
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Blue Wave Edwardsville Carpool Meetup TBA
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Packet Pick-up 7:00 am - 8:30 am - the morning of the race, Sunday, March 15th at the Shrine School House.
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8:45 AM – 5K Run
Start: Duchesne Home Association Grounds (formerly Knights of Columbus)
50 Rue St. Francois St, Florissant, MO 63031 -
Brunch After All Kilometer Queen Participants Finish
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Location TBD
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St. Patty's Day Costume
3/15/2026 St. Patrick's Day 5k
Costume:
Green Shirt
Suspenders
Black Pants
White Tutu
Silly Shamrock Headband
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(This comes with heart headband that we will wear for Feb. Race)
Shamrock Knee High Socks
Black or White Vest if its cold.
Remember, you don't have to join us in costume!
If it's your thing go all in or just a little!
Other Things To Know
3/15/2026 St. Patrick's Day 5k
Remember you don't have to join us in costume, but if it's your thing go all in or just a little!
We usually meet at Blue Wave Edwardsville and carpool to the race. Sometime the week before we will communicate about carpool meeting time!
Breakfast after if you have time!
Email us at kilometerqueens@gmail.com to to let us know you plan to attend this race so we can communicate carpool information, communicate brunch location, and ensure we get that before and after race photo!
Don't forget to register on race website!
April Race
Beat Beethoven 5k Run Walk
Race Day Schedule
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Blue Wave Edwardsville Carpool Meetup TBA
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Packet Pick-up TBA
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Race Start 8am at Creve Cour Park
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Brunch After All Kilometer Queen Participants Finish
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Location TBD
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This race has two fun objectives.
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Run faster than Beethoven's 5th symphony
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Prizes for those dressed for the theme
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April Race Day Costume
TBA
Costume:
We plan to dress up at classical instruments or musical notes!
Remember if costumes aren't your thing you don't have to dress up. You can do as much or as little as you like! You can create or build your own costume, but if you need help here are some suggestions.
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Tammy's Piano Costume
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Black Shirt Black Shorts or Leggings
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Other Things To Know
TBA
Remember you don't have to join us in costume, but if it's your thing go all in or just a little!
We usually meet at Blue Wave Edwardsville and carpool to the race. Sometime the week before we will communicate about carpool meeting time!
Breakfast after if you have time!
Email us at kilometerqueens@gmail.com to to let us know you plan to attend this race so we can communicate carpool information, communicate brunch location, and ensure we get that before and after race photo!
Don't forget to register on race website!
May Hike 20 Miles
5/16/2026
Springfield Mammoth March
Hike Day Schedule
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Blue Wave Edwardsville Carpool Meetup TBA
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6:30am Packet Pick-up
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7am Hike start time for our group
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Dinner After All Kilometer Queen Participants Finish
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Location TBD
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May Race Day Costume
Springfield Mammoth March
No Costume For The Mammoth March
Things To Bring
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Wear Comfortable Trusted Hiking Shoes
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Backpack with food and water for hike
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Layers, it usual starts out a little chilly then warms up.
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Hiking poles if you'd like
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Small first aide kid including items to care for potential foot blisters.
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Sunblock
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Bug Spray
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Some people like to bring over the counter pain medication,
Other Things To Know
Springfield Mammoth March
We do not do this hike in costume.
This hike can take 8+ hours!
We stay together for this hike. We will eat in Springfield, IL area after the march prior to heading back to Blue Wave Edwardsville.
Let us know if you need support preparing for the Mammoth March! Getting in a lot of miles weekly will support this march.
Email us at kilometerqueens@gmail.com to to let us know you plan to attend this race so we can communicate carpool information, communicate brunch location, and ensure we get that before and after race photo!
Don't forget to register on march website!
June Race
6/28/2026 Lou Fusz 6k and Tri
Race Day Schedule
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Blue Wave Edwardsville Carpool Meetup TBA
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Prior Day Packet Pickup
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5:30am Arrival
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6am Roads Close
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6:30am Line-up
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7am Race Start
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Brunch After All Kilometer Queen Participants Finish
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Location TBD
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This race has multiple options for participating you can do the full triathlon, a 6k, even an aqua bike. Be sure to check out the registration page to see all the options available.
June Race Costume
6/28/2026 Lou Fusz 6k and Tri
Costume:
We are going as super heroes!
Just wear your favorite super hero t-shirt or go full cos play it is up to you!
If you are doing the full triathlon remember to plan your outfit in a way that will support your swim!
If you are doing your first triathlon and need support you can let Tammy know.
Other Things To Know
Lou Fusz 6k and Tri
Remember you don't have to join us in costume, but if it's your thing go all in or just a little!
We usually meet at Blue Wave Edwardsville and carpool to the race. Sometime the week before we will communicate about carpool meeting time!
Breakfast after if you have time!
Email us at kilometerqueens@gmail.com to to let us know you plan to attend this race so we can communicate carpool information, communicate brunch location, and ensure we get that before and after race photo!
Don't forget to register on race website!