Gare di 5K vicino a Gladstone

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.

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 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.

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.

La Oktoberfest 5K/10K and Kids Run parte da KC Running Company su East 135th Street nella storica Martin City, Missouri, nell'area di Kansas City. Questa gara autunnale ti dà la possibilità di scegliere tra la 5K o la 10K (sia corsa che camminata), più una Kids Fun Run e l'opzione di partecipare virtualmente per chi vuole la medaglia ma senza l'impegno di essere sul percorso. L'evento è pensato per tutti: chi cerca un 10K veloce, chi vuole fare la 5K camminando, e i bambini nella loro corsetta divertente, tutti possono partecipare alla stessa giornata. Il percorso si snoda per le strade intorno a Martin City, con tracciati ben definiti per la 5K e la 10K. Il tema Oktoberfest è proprio integrato nelle attività della giornata, non è solo un nome. Dopo la gara, si può rimanere per musica, cibo e bevande. Ci sono anche degli extra opzionali, tipo una tazza o una maglietta dell'evento. Tutti quelli che tagliano il traguardo ricevono una medaglia personalizzata, mentre i bambini, con l'iscrizione, avranno maglietta e medaglia. I premi vanno ai vincitori assoluti, ai vincitori masters e ai primi tre uomini e donne in ogni categoria d'età, da 10 and under fino a 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.

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.

The Cliff Hanger Run is a fall race in Kansas City’s Historic Northeast, taking place on Cliff Drive near the east entrance by Gladstone Boulevard. It features an 8K, 5K, 1-mile option, and a 200-meter kids’ run for children 12 and under, accommodating runners, walkers, families, and young children. Most races begin in the morning, with the kids’ dash starting first, followed by the longer events. The route follows Cliff Drive, a Missouri state byway lined with fall foliage, providing a distinct local character compared to a typical neighborhood course. Organized by the Kansas City Running Club, the event has a long history, spanning over three decades, with the current Cliffhanger version held annually for many editions. Participants in the race and 1-mile walk receive a race shirt, finisher medal, custom bib, complimentary photos, and post-race refreshments.

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.