(Feb. 6, 2025) – Running USA is thrilled to announce an exclusive 48-hour promotion for the 2026 Industry Conference, presented by haku. Now through Feb 7 at midnight, members of the organization can secure their spot at this premier industry event for an unbeatable rate of $499. Don’t want to miss out? Register here.
This special offer provides significant savings on the must-attend conference, scheduled for February 1-3, 2026, at the historic Union Station Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri. The leading event for professionals in the running industry in North America and worldwide, the Running USA Industry Conference gathers race directors, brands, event organizers, and thought leaders from across the nation for three days of education, networking, and inspiration.
“St. Louis is a running city. Its running community includes world-class events, retail stores and timing companies,” said Jay Holder, Executive Director of Running USA. “We look forward to bringing the running industry together to experience the hospitality and unique characteristics of St. Louis when we gather there for our annual conference next February.”
The Union Station Hotel, a stunning venue steeped in regional history, will serve as the perfect backdrop for this annual gathering. Attendees can look forward to keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and dynamic panel discussions that address the evolving needs of the running community. Hotel registration at a promotional rate will be available soon.
Key Promotion Details:
● Rate: $499 (available to Running USA members in good standing only)
● Promotion Period: February 6-7, 2025
● Event Dates: February 1-3, 2026
● Location: Union Station Hotel, St. Louis, Missouri
● Registration link: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=04958b1fee4e66e9ebcf
● Must be a current member of Running USA to register at this rate
● Registrations booked during this period cannot be transferred, deferred, or refunded
● All registrants must be signed up during the 48-hour promo period. There will be no prepayment for registrants to sign up at a later date
● Any transfers of registrations booked at this rate will incur a $200 fee
Don’t miss this limited-time opportunity to save on the running industry’s premier event. Mark your calendars and take advantage of this exclusive offer starting at 8am ET on February 6, 2025.
For more information about the 2026 Industry Conference or to become a member of Running USA, visit www.runningusa.org.
About the Industry Conference
Since its origins as a small gathering of Running USA’s founders in Southern California in 2004, the Running USA Industry Conference presented by haku is the best-attended, most esteemed gathering of running industry professionals from around the world. Moving locations each year, the conference has been held in Los Angeles, San Diego, Savannah, Houston, San Antonio, Denver, New Orleans, Puerto Rico, Las Vegas, Orlando, Louisville and heads to St. Louis for the 2026 event.
About Running USA
Running USA is a non-profit that serves as the leading trade organization for the running industry in North America and hosts the nation’s preeminent industry conference annually. Through education, research, best practices and data, Running USA is committed to supporting and facilitating growth, diversification and excitement in running communities everywhere. We promote networking and idea-sharing between event organizers, sponsors, vendors and athletes. Running USA is a member of a global alliance of organizations focused on the betterment of the global running community including the Running Industry Alliance and European Athletics. For more information, visit runningusa.org.
