Races

The Mills is a short distance point to point race that finishes up a hill just short of 1200 meters. There is a total of 100 feet of elevation gain in that 1200 meter span and over half of it occurs in the last 400 meters.

The Easter Egg 5K is a a great event that provides the fun of Easter in a 5K, 10K and kids run! The event is a fundraiser for Cornerstones of Care and includes a 5K, 10K and a kids run. 5K and 10K participants receive a finishers medal and the kids run registrants can add a shirt at registration for only $7. Participants can participate in an Easter Egg hunt after the race!  Learn more about this event at www.easteregg5k.com.

The connection is you.™ Looking for a fun way to give back with your family? Join Autism Society - The Heartland for our Annual 5K/1K Fun Run on April 4, 2026. This event gives participants the opportunity to run or walk a 5K or 1K course at Aspiria (former Sprint Campus).  Our 5K begins at 8:00 a.m. followed by our 1K at 9:15a.m. All participants (1K and 5K) are eligible to order a t-shirt separately from the race registration fee. Registered 5K in-person participants receive chip timing.  All 5K and 1K race finishers will receive a finishers medal. If you have additional questions about the race, please visit our FAQs page. This race will benefit all those connected to the Autism community in Kansas and Missouri.  This is an all weather event that will be run/walked unless the race director, at their sole discretion, determines that the weather conditions are not safe to run in, at which time the race will be cancelled. No refunds will be given. Become a Sponsor At the finish line, t

An All Women’s Half-Marathon & 5k running race that CELEBRATES women, health, and fitness! The GO GIRL RUN is full of glitz and glam for all of our ladies. Every participant gets a custom race shirt, finisher medal, wine glass, post-race smoothie, and an incredible time! Get ready for the GO GIRL RUN KC! This event invites all inspiring women and girls to showcase their strength and spirit. Choose between a vibrant 5k or the challenging half marathon, each step a celebration in the heart of the Midwest. Join us in KC for an unforgettable day of empowerment and community. Let's make memories together at the Go Girl Half Marathon and 5k! You are Strong. You are Amazing. You Go, Girl

This free event is to celebrate the health and wellbeing of Shawnee Mission School District staff and their family members.  *This event is closed to the general public.  All SMSD staff members and their immediate families are invited.  Children 8 years of age and up are allowed to register for the 5K event.  Children under 8 are allowed to participate in the 5K, but must be with an adult at all times while on the race course.  Strollers are welcome. Start and finish line is in the Shawnee Mission South stadium with 5K route on the Indian Creek Trail. Pre-race activities start at 8:45am.  Race starts at 9:00am.  Stay after the 5K for family fun, healthy lifestyle vendor booths and prize giveaways.   All SMSD staff members should complete an individual registration so your building participation is counted. This event is free, but we encourage donations to the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation.  A link to their giving page can be found at the top of this page.  Thank you!

When life gives you lemons - peel out and run for the cure!The 15th Annual Outpacing Melanoma 5K is Sunday, May 3, 2026, on National Lemonade Day. Join us as we fight melanoma with zest. Lace up your shoes and let's squeeze out melanoma as we race toward a brighter, melanoma-free future. Every mile you run and every dollar you raise helps fund vital research and increase awareness for prevention and early detection in our greater Kansas City community. Your participation, whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, provides refreshing hope for those battling this disease.A scenic 5K run/walk for all ages and fitness levels. Strollers and dogs on a leash are welcome. A special post-race celebration with lemonade stands and activities for kids and families. Themed shirts (size not guaranteed if registering after April 11th) and awards for top finishers. New this year – for the first time in 15 years, we will have a custom Outpacing Melanoma “Finisher Medal”.

Join Friendship Circle KC for more than just a 5K and 1K run—stay for The Friendship Festival, a full day of inclusive, high‑energy fun for the whole family! From inflatable attractions and face painting to live music, cotton candy, and plenty of surprises, the festival is built around one powerful idea: friendship is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. At Friendship Circle, we create inclusive friendships between people with and without disabilities through over‑the‑top fun that highlights every individual’s unique abilities. Whether you run, walk, roll, or cheer, you’ll be part of a community that celebrates connection, acceptance, and belonging. Every registered participant in the 5K or 1K will receive a custom Friendship Circle KC race‑day t‑shirt and a Finisher Medal as a wearable reminder of your accomplishment and your support for inclusion. Friendship Circle is open to all, regardless of religion, race, or ethnicity. Friendship Circle of Kansas City is a registered 501(c)(3) nonpro

Kansas City's first and only 5K to benefit Hospice and Palliative Care!   Our mission is to raise awareness and support for Hospice and Palliative Care, specifically benefiting those at Kansas City  Hospice & Palliative Care and Midland Care Hospice of Topeka and Lawrence.  Since the 2011 inaugural race, Heroes for Hospice has raised and donated a net $248,000 to the two hospice houses!   This family friendly race will take place on a fun route around the Lions Gate Golf Course starting and finishing at REI in Prairiefire. Bring your friends and family out to support an amazing cause. Runners, walkers and stroller/wagon riders are all welcome join!     There will be awards given to the top overall male/female winners and overall male/female masters runners following the race.  All registered participants receive a complimentary Heroes for Hospice race shirt.     Not a fan of running or walking, but still want to help? Donations of funds are greatly appreciated.  You can make an

Pull out your vintage concert t-shirts and join us for a fun event featuring the rock and roll sounds of the 80's, hosted by Rock N Brews at PrairieFire Center in Overland Park!  There will be lots of heavy metal and hair bands featured in the soundtrack of this event and Rock N Brews is cooking up a post race breakfast buffet that is sure to rock!  All participants receive a heavy metal medal and compete for high voltage age group and overall awards!  Cool rock and roll event shirts will be available for only $7. Hearts for RMHC is partnering with us on this one!  Don't miss this one!

HYROX Simulation Event – Test Your Grit, Race Your Limits C26 is proud to host the TRYROX Race Series!!! Due to the overwhelming interest in our past simulation events, we are excited to announce that we’ll be hosting an entire Race Series consisting of four races. You can participate in one race...or all four!!If you compete in all 4 races, you'll have a chance at a cash prize!!! Come and experience the intensity, strategy, and challenge of a full HYROX-style race! Whether you're prepping for your next competition or just curious about what HYROX is all about, this simulation will give you the real-deal race feel and also great preparation for your upcoming race. There are 2 division options to choose from (Individual & doubles - or you can do BOTH!), cool awards, parent/child team events, and swag you’ll love. If you want to register for Open AND Doubles, you must register for BOTH individually. If you are registering as Doubles, ONLY ONE of you needs to register your tea

General Race Info:Join us at the PrairieFire Campus at 135th Street in Overland Park for this new event! The race will feature a fun course and participants are encouraged to bring their families out to enjoy the Juneteenth OP event afterwards! There will be finisher medals, tshirts (not guaranteed for those registered after May 16th), and fun time had by all! The event after the race concludes is full of even more fun with a Parade, Petting Zoo, FacePainting, Vendors, etc.   Times:Race Day Check-in 6:30a5K Start Time 7:30a   Packet Pickup:Packet PickUp Location 1:  Very Fit Co.12208 Johnson Dr. Shawnee, KS. 66216Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 11:00a.m. - 1:00p.m.    Packet pickup location 2 TBDThursday, June 11, 2026 4-7p.m. Leftovers from packet pick will be taken to the race site on race morning beginning at 6:30am.    Late RegistrationsOnline- Registrations are accepted online until June 11, 2026. Onsite Registration- Will be available on the morning of the race beginning at 6:30am.Shirt

Father’s Day 5K & 10K Run at Village ShalomJune 21, 2026 — Helzberg Campus for Jewish Living Kick off Father’s Day weekend by joining Kansas City’s Summer of Champions at Village Shalom! Whether you’re racing for time or walking with family, this beloved tradition celebrates the everyday champions who strengthen our community—fathers, grandfathers, caregivers, residents, and friends. Choose your distance: 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run/Walk, or the Kid’s Fun Run. All proceeds benefit Village Shalom’s Memory Support Programs, providing compassionate care for residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.  Registration Fees: 5K Run/Walk• Through March 22: $29• March 23 – May 3: $33• May 4 – June 19: $37• June 20–21: $40 10K Run/Walk• Through March 22: $34• March 23 – May 3: $38• May 4 – June 19: $42• June 20–21: $45 Kid’s Fun Run• Through June 21: $10  All registrations include:✔ Race T-Shirt✔ Finisher’s Medal  Support the Mission: At checkout, you may also make a charitable gift to h

Join us at the Aspiria Campus near 119th and Nall in Overland Park for this annual family favorite! The race will feature a fast course, large finisher medals, post event snacks and much more! Participants will compete for age group and overall awards! Kick off your holiday weekend at the Stars & Stripes 5K in Overland Park!

The 12th annual Diva Dash 5K /10K & Lil' Princess Girls Run will be Sunday, July 20 at 7:30 am at Corporate Woods in Overland Park, KS!  About the 5K and 10K - Participants receive a custom bib, and finishers of the 5K and 10K receive a large medal.  Registrants can also purchase a custom race shirt for an additional $7 when they register. About the Lil' Princess Girls Run - girls ages 8 and under can participate in this fun run of 50-200 yards based on age. Participants will receive a shirt, custom bib, tiara, and Lil' Princess medal. The Lil' Princess Fun Run starts after the 5K is complete (approximately 8:30 am). About the Virtual 5K - run on your own whenever and wherever works for you and we will mail your shirt, bib, and finisher's medal to you. www.divadash5k.com

HYROX Simulation Event – Test Your Grit, Race Your Limits C26 is proud to host the TRYROX Race Series!!! Due to the overwhelming interest in our past simulation events, we are excited to announce that we’ll be hosting an entire Race Series consisting of four races. You can participate in one race...or all four!!If you compete in all 4 races, you'll have a chance at a cash prize!!! Come and experience the intensity, strategy, and challenge of a full HYROX-style race! Whether you're prepping for your next competition or just curious about what HYROX is all about, this simulation will give you the real-deal race feel and also great preparation for your upcoming race. There are 2 division options to choose from (Individual & doubles - or you can do BOTH!), cool awards, parent/child team events, and swag you’ll love. If you want to register for Open AND Doubles, you must register for BOTH individually. If you are registering as Doubles, ONLY ONE of you needs to register your tea

Head for the Cure 5K - Metro KC Metro KC, We Are Back Together!JOIN US ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 27TH, 2023 AT CORPORATE WOODS IN OVERLAND PARK, KS! Event Information Location: Corporate Woods; Overland Park, KS Date: Sunday, August 28th, 2022  Race Day Schedule:7:00 am - Day of Packet Pick Up and Registration Begins 8:00 am - 5K Run/Walk Begins 9:15 am - Kid's Fun Run Begins 9:30 am - Survivor & Caregiver Recognitions 10:00 am - Event Awards

Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k!  A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line FREE Kona Ice Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! 5k/10k/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to r

Carey's Denim Dash is an annual 5k race in honor of Carey Berger. Carey’s Denim Dash aims to raise awareness and money for Love Enough 4 U. A Missouri 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to helping teens and young adults receive drug and alcohol treatment at Enthusiastic Sobriety Approach recovery programs, who otherwise would not be able to afford treatment.

What a great race we had in 2025 with over 450 participants! We are once again running to raise money for college scholarships for the students at KU Edwards Campus!

HYROX Simulation Event – Test Your Grit, Race Your Limits C26 is proud to host the TRYROX Race Series!!! Due to the overwhelming interest in our past simulation events, we are excited to announce that we’ll be hosting an entire Race Series consisting of four races. You can participate in one race...or all four!!If you compete in all 4 races, you'll have a chance at a cash prize!!!We’re excited to announce that the 4th and final race of our TryRox Series will be hosted in the Fieldhouse at the AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk. Competitors will take on the full-distance challenge right on the facility’s impressive 40,000 sq. ft. indoor turf field; a premier, climate-controlled space designed for high-performance events. This state-of-the-art venue will give athletes plenty of room to push their limits, spectators an incredible viewing experience, and our community the perfect setting to close out the series in epic fashion. Come and experience the intensity, strategy, and challeng

GET INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT AND BE ONE OF THE FIRST TO EXPERIENCE THE LIGHTS!Join us for the annual Holiday Luminary 5K at the Overland Park Arboretum. Be one of the first to preview the holiday light display before it opens to the public. The race will start and finish near the LongHouse Visitors Center and feature carolers, music and cookies along the course, and more holiday festivities at the finish line than you can shake a candy cane at!  ENTRY FEE: You're going to love this swag you can wear all season. Long-sleeve event shirts. Awesome light-up finisher medals. Fun light-up add-ons to make yourself extra festive and glowy!  Holiday treats. Photo ops. And don't forget all of the holiday lights!!! ADMISSION TICKETS: The Overland Park Arboretum has a mandatory admissions ticket fee: $7 for adults, $3 for 6-17 years old, and $0 for children 5 and under. This cost is on top of the race entry fee and is required for anyone attending the event (participants and bystanders). Yo

The Gobbler Grind Marathon, one of Kansas’ oldest marathon. An enduring tradition in the heart of Johnson County, Kansas for nearly three decades that connects Kansas and Missouri running communities together. Now in it's 33rd year, this historic road race, held on the Sunday before Thanksgiving each year, is the Kansas Marathon you don’t want to miss, drawing runners and fitness enthusiasts from all corners.  Join us at the Gobbler Grind, on November 22, 2026 where we offer a Boston Qualifying Marathon (also a 50 State Marathon Club Certified Race), Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances—a celebration of passion, competition, and friendship within the vibrant running community. Let’s lace up our shoes and chase after our dreams together, preserving the cherished tradition of this historic race in Kansas and beyond. For more information visit www.gobblergrindmarathon.com