ST. LOUIS — A marathon event took place in downtown St. Louis this morning, featuring a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K runs.

The Greater St. Louis Marathon and associated races began at 7 AM, drawing runners from across the region. For those interested in a shorter distance, the St. Louis Family Run started at 9 AM.

After completing their chosen race, participants had the opportunity to enjoy a variety of post-race festivities. These included live music, sampling local foods, and taking a tour of the city.