Route 66 Centennial Bunion Derby 5K and Fun Walk
Hosted by the Lebanon Laclede County Route 66 Society
Location: Mills Dr (Lebanon Fairgrounds)
Race Start Time 8:00 AM
Event Description
In honor of the Great American Footrace of 1928, the Lebanon–Laclede County Route 66 Society proudly presents the Route 66 Centennial Bunion Derby 5K and Fun Walk.
The original race, famously known as the Bunion Derby, spanned approximately 3,400 miles from Los Angeles to New York City. Runners followed Highway 66 to Chicago before continuing east to New York, averaging nearly 40 miles per day over the course of almost three months. Only a small number of determined competitors completed the full distance.
The winner of that historic race was Andy Payne, a young Cherokee farmer from Foyil Oklahoma. His determination and grit secured his place in the early history of Highway 66. The Bunion Derby remains one of the most unique and memorable promotional events that helped establish Route 66 as an American icon.
Participants in this event will run or walk along a portion of the same route traveled by the original racers, passing several historic Route 66 landmarks including the Carter and Lawson Phillips Station, the Lenz Tourist Home, Wrink’s Market, and the Munger Moss Motel, among others.
This event offers runners and walkers an up close and personal look at one of the most significant and well preserved stretches of Historic Route 66 in Lebanon Missouri.
Race Options
5K Run
Fun Walk non competitive
Awards and Cash Prizes
A $50 dollar cash prize will be awarded to the top male and top female finisher in each age group. Finisher Medal!
Age Groups
Under 20
21 to 40
41 to 60
Over 60
Who Should Participate
Runners walkers Route 66 enthusiasts history buffs families and anyone who wants to celebrate and experience America’s Mother Road are encouraged to join us.
