Running USA Announces Date and Location for 2026 Industry Conference

RIA Alliance Partner ​Running USA has announced that their 2026 Industry Conference presented by haku is scheduled for February 1-3, 2026, at the historic Union StationHotel in St. Louis, Missouri.

The annual 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.”

Signups will open for the event later this spring.

European Athletics, Running Industry Alliance (RIA) and Running USA announced a landmark partnership aimed at enhancing the global running industry’s business landscape in April 2024. Click here for the full details.

Check out the Running USA RIA Alliance Partner profile here  .