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Upcoming 5K races near Kansas City
This week 7
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Stars & Stripes 5K & Lil' Firecracker Fun Run - Overland Park
Overland Park · 22 km away
4JUL
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July 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City · 2 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Lake Winnebago 4th of July 5K and Kids Fun Run
Lake Winnebago · 35 km away
4JUL
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July 4th Run KANSAS CITY
Kansas City · 1 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO (27)
Kansas City · 24 km away
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4JUL
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2025 Mercy Healthpoint Independence Day 5k
Jackson · 20 km away
4JUL
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Lenexa Freedom Run
Lenexa · 27 km away
JUL 3
25JUL
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Midnight Run 5K/10K for Special Olympics
Leawood · 21 km away
26JUL
Run · road · 5K
Diva Dash 5K/10K & Lil' Princess Fun Run
Overland Park · 21 km away
31JUL
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Lunartic 5K Run/Walk
Smithville · 37 km away
AUG 10
2AUG
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Heatwave Half Marathon - Kansas City
Parkville · 13 km away
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City
15AUG
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Alpha Strong 5k
Grandview · 24 km away
15AUG
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Rexy Run/Walk
Lawrence · 60 km away
15AUG
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Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk
Kansas City · 2 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 5K
Hearts for RMHKC Half Marathon,10K, 5K, 1 Mile Walk, & Kid's Fun Run
Parkville · 13 km away
23AUG
Run · road · 5K
Kansas City - HFTC 5k
Overland Park · 21 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
The Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
Summer Sizzler- Kansas City
Overland Park · 26 km away
30AUG
Run · road · 5K
Friendship Circle 5K and 1K Family Fun Run! Race, Walk or Roll For Inclusion.
Overland Park · 25 km away
SEP 20
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
Hat Trick Trot 5K
Saint Joseph · 74 km away
6SEP
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Amanda Holmes Memorial Scholarship 5k Terrain Run
Leavenworth · 37 km away
6SEP
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De Soto Days 5K-9 and Family Fun Run
De Soto · 40 km away
7SEP
Run · road · 5K
Leawood Rotary Labor Day 5K
Leawood · 20 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Swifty Fun Run - Kansas City
Kansas City · 23 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
National Chocolate Day: Run for Chocolates 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City · 2 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
LPRF Glow in the Park 5K
Liberty · 18 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Donate Life Legacy Walk
Kansas City · 2 km away
12SEP
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Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Kansas City
Kansas City · 2 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Jesse James Festival 5k /10k Bill James Classic
Kearney · 36 km away
12SEP
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Valor Ranch Runnin’ For Home 5k
Parkville · 13 km away
12SEP
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Zach Schrock Memorial 5k Run/Walk
Harrisonville · 53 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Camp Leavenworth 5K
Leavenworth · 36 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Smithville CIA 5K and Family Fun Run
Smithville · 32 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
KC Blind All-Stars Foundation 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk
Kansas City · 6 km away
20SEP
Run · road · 5K
WoodsStock 5k & 10k
Overland Park · 21 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
CASA Superhero Run
Leavenworth · 40 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Louisburg Cider Run
Louisburg · 54 km away
26SEP
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St. Joseph Marathon
St Joseph · 78 km away
26SEP
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Oktoberfest Run KANSAS CITY
Kansas City · 2 km away
Kansas City · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Kansas City
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Carey's Denim Dash
Carey's Denim Dash is an annual 5K run in Overland Park, Kansas, held in honor of Carey Berger. The in-person race is about 3.1 miles, with a virtual run offered for people who want to support the event without being on the local course.
The race raises awareness and money for Love Enough 4 U, a Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps teens and young adults pay for drug and alcohol treatment. Proceeds are intended to improve local youths' access to Crossroads, a sobriety treatment center, so the event is tied more to community support and recovery access than to elite racing.
Armourdale 5K Run and Walk
The Armourdale 5K Run and Walk begins and ends on the Rock Island Bridge, offering participants a city-skyline view above Kansas City. This Saturday-morning 5K is connected to the Armourdale neighborhood, organized by the Armourdale Renewal Association as part of its efforts to support local residents and families.
The event accommodates more than just fast runners; walkers, families, local businesses, and neighborhood supporters participate. The race draws attention and support for community work in Armourdale, where the ARA manages youth programs, development projects, and local initiatives. The bridge start and finish distinguish the event, transforming a short community race into a run across one of Kansas City’s distinctive public spaces.
Shootout for Soldiers Kansas City
Shootout for Soldiers Kansas City is a 12-hour lacrosse event in Kansas City featuring continuous games. Local lacrosse players participate throughout the event to honor and support U.S. veterans.
The format involves teams playing games back-to-back for half a day, transforming a local sports gathering into a fundraiser. The Kansas City event aimed to raise $20,000 and surpassed its goal, collecting $34,000 with more expected.
Happy Feet Run/Walk 5K
The Happy Feet Run/Walk 5K is a fall 5K run and walk held at Heritage Park, Shelter 10, in Olathe, Kansas. It is organized by a local nonprofit foundation, accepting tax-deductible donations, and is designed for both runners and walkers, not exclusively competitive racers.
The route is a 5 km park run, allowing participants to run, jog, or walk at their own pace. Families, children, volunteers, local supporters, and regular runners attend. The proceeds benefit children affected by the loss of a parent to suicide, with Variety KC also supporting the event's aim to help kids be active, social, and included.
Talk 2 Me 5K Run/Walk At Shawnee Mission Park Shelter 1
Oktoberfest 5K/10K and Kids Run
The Oktoberfest 5K/10K and Kids Run begins at KC Running Company on East 135th Street in historic Martin City, Missouri, within the Kansas City area. This fall race offers 5K and 10K run/walk options, alongside a Kids Fun Run and a virtual participation choice for those desiring the medal without the on-course commitment. The event accommodates various participants: individuals aiming for a fast 10K, walkers completing the 5K, and children in the short fun run can all be part of the same occasion.
The course navigates the streets surrounding Martin City, featuring distinct mapped paths for the 5K and 10K. The Oktoberfest theme is integrated into the day's activities, not merely a title. Post-race, participants are welcome to remain for music, food, and drinks. Optional add-ons include an event mug or shirt. All finishers receive a custom medal, while children get a shirt and medal with their registration. Awards are presented to overall winners, masters winners, and the top three male and female finishers in age categories ranging from 10 and under to 80-plus.
Rock Chalk Run: 10K, 5K & 1K Fun Run/Walk
The Rock Chalk Run begins and ends at the KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park, Kansas, offering complimentary parking on campus. Participants can choose from a 10K, a 5K, or a 1K Family Fun Run/Walk, suitable for both dedicated runners and families seeking a brief, relaxed outing.
The courses are new this year, and the event benefits KU Edwards College students. Following the races, attendees can enjoy food trucks, a family fun zone, KU bookstore items, and a visit from the Jayhawk mascot. This is the third year for the event, and a donation of $50 or more provides runners with a $10 discount on registration.
San Francisco - HFTC 5k
Maple Leaf Festival
The Maple Leaf Run takes place in October, coinciding with the Maple Leaf Festival in Baldwin City, Kansas. Participants gather at the Baldwin City Golf Course on Main Street for an all-grass 5K, followed by a 1-mile children's race. The event begins early, with check-in prior to the 8 a.m. races, contributing to a local festival atmosphere rather than a large road-race production.
The 5K route is entirely on grass, not pavement, and has been noted as a course used by the high school cross-country team. This offers the 5K a more distinct cross-country character compared to a standard town run. All finishers are awarded medals, and the top male and female finishers in both races receive plaques. The golf course provides a convenient viewing area for spectators, and the Baker women’s wrestling team assists in hosting the event.
Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K
Strong Like Lisa-Steps to Cure Sarcoma
Strong Like Lisa-Steps to Cure Sarcoma is a community race in Parkville, Missouri, organized by the Strong Like Lisa Foundation. This annual Race to Cure Sarcoma features a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile kids race, and a separate 1-mile walk, allowing families and non-runners to participate on the same morning.
The race day includes awards, music from a DJ, and a pancake breakfast served by Chris Cakes. The event also offers adult and kids beverages, raffles, and a silent auction, all supporting the foundation’s goal of helping cure sarcoma.
Graveyard 5k Run & Fun Run
The Graveyard 5k Run & Fun Run is a fall 5K and kids’ fun run held inside Charlotte’s Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery. The main race uses cemetery paths across more than 70 acres, so runners move through one of the city’s historic burial grounds instead of a standard road loop.
The event includes a food truck, DJ, and awards ceremony, and a guided tour is offered afterward for those interested in the cemetery’s history. Registration includes an official race shirt, custom bib, and finisher medal. The 1 Mile Kids Fun Run is free with registration and provides kids their own finisher medal.
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2026 Matt Mason "Cowboy UP" Triathlon/Duathlon
AUG 222 km away
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AUG 227 km away
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AUG 833 km away
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About 5K races in Kansas City
Kansas City Training Ground
Kansas City hosts 85 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run KC like a sampler platter: shaded parks, river paths, dirt, and hills. Jacob L. Jacob L. Loose Park has a 4-mile paved loop with rolling hills when you need easy laps. The Riverfront Heritage Trail connects the Riverfront, City Market, and historic West Bottoms, and it can stretch past 15 miles for long-run days. States Run Club meets Wednesdays from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Mill Creek Park in the Country Club Plaza. Kansas City Running Club brings free group runs every day and Wednesday night track sessions. The Trail Nerds keep the dirt crowd busy. Psycho Wyco Run Toto Run Trail Runs and KC Metro Mile Championship give the calendar real bite.
KC has urban mountain biking, paved paths, and gravel routes. Indian Creek Bike Trail gives quiet and easy riding over 23 miles. Gary Haller Trail runs mostly flat for 17 miles from Nelson Island to Olathe. Blue River Parkway Trail brings 15 miles of rocky trails and nice flow. Swope Park stacks 20 miles of loops when singletrack is the plan. The first route covers 2 km and climbs 384 m. The second route covers 6 km and climbs 737 m. The third route covers 8 km and climbs 1,441 m. Wild West Ride anchors the big-mile crowd with options from 14 miles to 100 miles.
April through June and September through early November are the money windows. Summer in Kansas City brings hot, humid days, and average temperatures often sit in the high 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit, around 30-33°C. Runners move intervals and Z2 work earlier when the pavement starts cooking. Cyclists chase base miles on Indian Creek Bike Trail, Gary Haller Trail, and gravel before the heat settles in. Winter in Kansas City runs cold, with average temperatures in the low 30s Fahrenheit, around 0-2°C, and occasional snow. Run clubs still thrive in Midwest winters, and riders keep the legs turning when paths and roads cooperate.