10K races near Liberty

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Yeti Endurance Weekend is a two-day race series at Longview Lake in Kansas City, Missouri, with all starts at Longview Beach. Shorter races begin Saturday at 8 am with the 5K and 10K, followed by the half marathon and marathon Sunday at 8 am. Runners may select a single race or combine events across both days, accommodating a casual 5K runner, a 10K racer, or someone targeting a longer certified distance. The half marathon and marathon are USATF Certified, offering an accurately measured course. All finishers receive a medal. Half marathon and marathon entries include a hooded sweatshirt. The 5K and 10K offer optional shirts or hoodies during registration. All four distances feature overall and age-group prize competition.

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.

Run for Coffee Lovers in Kansas City is a small group race at Mill Creek Park with 5K, 10K, and half-marathon options, plus a 1-mile Family Fun Run. It is designed for runners and walkers, not just racers: all paces are welcome, kids can join with a guardian, and timing is optional. A virtual option is available for the main distances, and an eco-registration choice is offered for those who do not want a shirt. The exact course map is emailed to participants, and each in-person wave has a cap, so entries close as soon as waves fill. The coffee theme is straightforward: the event targets coffee lovers, and the first five finishers receive coffee. Participants can track their own time with an app and submit it afterward, and the organizer suggests local run clubs for ongoing support.

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.