Jefferson City is host to numerous sporting events including statewide tournaments, river races, car shows, amatuer and collegiate games. The Jefferson City Convention and Visitors Bureau created a support group, the Athletic Events Committee (AEC), in order to make every athletic event a success in our community. Our goal is to offer sports enthusiasts the perfect place to cheer on their favorite team while enhancing the experience of the athletes and creating a positive economic impact on our community.

Annual sporting events hosted in Jefferson City include MSHSAA State Track and Cross Country Championships, the Prison Break Race, Shelbyfest, Missouri River Freedom Race, Missouri American Water's Race to the Dome, the MR 340, and many more. Mark your calendar for the following events. 


Upcoming Sporting Events


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Apr 12, 2023 Harlem Wizards vs. JC YIMBY Fundraiser Game Apr 29, 2023 Cinco de Mayo 5K Walk & Run
May 06, 2023 Little Olympics May 06, 2023 Ford Enthusiast Nationals & Shelbyfest May 13, 2023 Capital City Race May 13, 2023 State Soccer SOMO Cup May 19, 2023 - May 21, 2023 MSHSAA State Track Championships May 26, 2023 - May 27, 2023 MSHSAA State Track Championships | Weekend Two
Jun 10, 2023 - Jun 11, 2023 The Great Escape Triathalons Jun 10, 2023 Jefferson City KIDS Great Escape Triathalon
Jul 04, 2023 Salute to America Jul 15, 2023 SOMO State Pickleball Championship Jul 30, 2023 Tour de Jeff City Moonlight Bike Ride
Aug 26, 2023 Prison Break Run Aug 26, 2023 Catch Me If You Can Fun Run & Obstacle Course
Sep 09, 2023 9th Annual Super Hero Bocce Tournament
Oct 06, 2023 - Oct 08, 2023 SOMO State Outdoor Games
SOMO Outdoor Games 2016 Recap
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