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Half Marathon races near Kansas City

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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Kansas City

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July 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Kansas City · 2 km away

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July 4th Run KANSAS CITY

Kansas City · 1 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO (27)

Kansas City · 24 km away

AUG 3

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Heatwave Half Marathon - Kansas City

Parkville · 13 km away

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Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

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Hearts for RMHKC Half Marathon,10K, 5K, 1 Mile Walk, & Kid's Fun Run

Parkville · 13 km away

SEP 4

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National Chocolate Day: Run for Chocolates 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Kansas City · 2 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Osawatomie · 75 km away

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St. Joseph Marathon

St Joseph · 78 km away

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Oktoberfest Run KANSAS CITY

Kansas City · 2 km away

Kansas City · 80 km

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Recurring Half Marathon races near Kansas City

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Free State Trail Run

The Free State Trail Run begins and ends within Clinton Lake State Park, located approximately 25 miles east of Topeka, near Lawrence and the University of Kansas. The series offers a half marathon, marathon, 40-mile race, and quarter marathon, all utilizing dirt trails instead of paved roads. The half marathon follows a single large loop on the Clinton Lake North Shore Trails. It commences on the white trail, known for its firmer surface, before transitioning to the blue trail. Participants will encounter rocks, roots, stream crossings, undulating hills, and potential mud following rainfall. The course winds past a campground, Swim Beach, Lands End, Clinton Lake, and sections of Lake Henry. Wildlife such as squirrels, snakes, deer, and ducks are frequently observed along the route, contributing to a feeling more akin to a rugged park run than a typical urban race.

Spooky Sprint - Kansas City

Spooky Sprint - Kansas City is an annual Halloween-themed run at Longview Community College in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Participants can select a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, accommodating those seeking a brief seasonal run or a longer morning challenge. The event features chip timing with live results, and all finishers receive race swag, including a designer shirt and custom medal. The race is included in the local Bodies Race Series, known for its family-friendly events over a competitive atmosphere. Costumes, casual runners, club runners, and families are all welcome, fitting the Halloween theme. The varied distances allow groups of different abilities to participate in the same event without completing identical course lengths. It is also listed in a Runner Recognition Program as a partner race, offering member discounts.

Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

The Halloween Trick or Trot Run is a Halloween-themed race morning held at Mill Creek Park in Kansas City, Missouri. Participants can select from a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or Family 1 Mile Fun Run. All distances begin simultaneously in the morning and conclude by late morning. The event is organized as a smaller, private group run, not a large chip-timed competition, with waves that close once full. The course begins and ends in Mill Creek Park. The course map is sent to participants via email rather than being published as a permanent public route. All running paces are accommodated. Children may participate with a guardian. Timing is optional; runners can use an app to track their run and submit results online for listing if desired. The Halloween theme is straightforward: complete your chosen distance, then receive free candy. Shirts and a finisher towel or giveaway are included for standard registrants.

Kansas Half Marathon & 5K

Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

The Gobbler Grind is a road race in Johnson County, Kansas, held annually on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Participants can choose from four distances: a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The longer races begin earlier in the morning than the shorter ones. The marathon is one of Kansas' oldest, featured on the local running calendar for nearly 30 years. It is a Boston Qualifier and a 50 State Marathon Club certified race, attracting marathon collectors and local runners from Kansas and Missouri.

Turkey Trails - Kansas City

Turkey Trails - Kansas City offers a Thanksgiving-themed race day with 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1 mile, and Kids Dash options. The main races utilize chip timing, providing live results and awards, while the 1 mile and Kids Dash are untimed. Participants unable to attend in person may opt for a virtual race and still receive the event merchandise. The event is designed for families and regular runners alike: children 10 and under can participate in the Kids Dash, and they can do so without charge if they forgo the shirt, bib, and medal package. The 5K and 10K also feature youth pricing for participants 12 and under. Finishers in the longer distances will receive a custom bib, designer shirt, and medal, and the finish area will offer complimentary photos and refreshments post-race.

A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY

The Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 Kansas City begins in Mill Creek Park in Kansas City, Missouri, offering four distances: a 1-mile family fun run, 5K, 10K, and half marathon. This holiday-themed race, titled “Jingle All the Way: A Merry Christmas Run,” is for those seeking a Christmas-season event instead of a typical road race. The Best Races organizes this event, which also provides a virtual participation option. Registration includes an eco-friendly choice for the 5K, 10K, and half marathon, excluding a shirt. Waves close upon reaching capacity, meaning participants are assigned to capped groups rather than a single open start list.

RUN Liberty begins and ends at William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri. Runners and walkers can select a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a Kids Run for ages 3 to 10. The event occurs each spring and is the Northland's largest running series. It is presented by the City of Liberty and the Liberty Hospital Foundation, with Visit Liberty, MO as a partner and title sponsor for the half marathon. The route crosses downtown Liberty before returning to the college, connecting the race closely to the town instead of being a closed-off park run. Big River Race Management provides chip timing. Participants receive personalized bibs, free race photos, large finisher medals, and race shirts; half marathoners get long sleeves, while 10K and 5K runners receive short sleeves. Post-race amenities include 3Halves Craft beer, sponsor discounts, and giveaways. Entry fees benefit the Liberty Hospital Foundation, with funds directed toward health, education, and wellness initiatives within the Liberty Hospital community.

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About Half Marathon races in Kansas City

Kansas City Training Ground

Kansas City hosts 20 Half Marathon 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.