Featured Race
Inaugural Mustache Dash 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, October 13 @ 8am
Park Place in Leawood, KS
The
Mustache Dash is a fun new 5K run/walk at Park Place in Leawood. Hosted
by The Gent's Place and Michael Shae Salon and Day Spa, this event
celebrates the art of fine grooming and encourages all participants to
enjoy wearing a mustache, if only for the race! The Mustache Dash 5K
will be run on a great course that starts and finishes in Park Place at
117th and Nall in Leawood and winds through the shady Leawood Country
Manor subdivision just north of Park Place.
In
addition to a great course, participants in the chip timed Mustache Dash
5K will receive a great shirt, fake mustache kit, and finisher's medal
and will be eligible for top overall, masters and age group awards!
There will be lots of great food and beverages and also a Lil' Shaver's
Kids Run, presented by The Learning Tree, after the 5K.
Other Upcoming Races
Sacred Steps 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 22 @ 8am
Church of the Resurrection - Leawood, KS
Be
a part of this fun 5K event, benefiting programs targeting those living
in poverty in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Online registration is
closed, but you can still sign up at packet pickup beginning on Thursday
at 4pm at COR or on race morning.
Prairie Pride 5K Run/Walk and One Mile Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, September 22 @ 8:15am
Prairie Elementary School - Prairie Village, KS
Enjoy
a shaded residential course in and around Prairie Elementary School at
this second annual event, benefiting the Prairie Fund Educational
Foundation. There is also a one mile fun run/walk prior to the 5K,
beginning at 8am. Online registration is closed buy you can register at
packet pickup or on race morning.
Roots and Blues and BBQ Half Marathon and 10K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 22 @ 7am
Downtown Columbia, MO
Take a tour of the streets and trails in and around Downtown Columbia and stay for the music and barbecue festival,
a ticket for which is included in your registration fee. There is
prize money for the top finishers in the 10K. Online registration is
closed by you can sign up in person at packet pickup on Thursday or
Friday or on race morning.
Free to Breathe 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, September 23 @ 8:30am
Sammy's Pizza in Leawood, KS
The Free to Breathe 5K features a scenic route through Leawood South and benefits the National Lung Cancer Partnership's research programs. There is also a 1/2 mile walk and a kid's run.
Pony Express 5K/10K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 29 @ 8am
Pony Express Museum - St. Joseph, MO
This
new event starts at the Pony Express Museum and takes runners through
downtown St. Joseph. 10K participants will enjoy a run along the
Missouri River. The event, organized by the Junior League, benefits the
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Lakemary 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 29 @ 8:30am
Lakemary Center - Paola, KS
This
scenic and fun 5K Run/Walk held in Paola, KS (a short 30 minute drive
south of the Kansas City Metro area) will take you from Lakemary's main
campus through the beautiful tree lined streets of Paola, circling in
Wallace Park and back to the Lakemary Center.
Blazing the Burg 5K
Saturday, September 29 @ 6pm
Downtown Louisburg, KS
Want to know why this event won the "BEST 5K COURSE" Award from the KC Sports Commission in 2011? Is
it the terrific views of Louisburg? Our small town spirit and charm?
The fresh country air? Unexpected surprises all along the race route?
Sign up today and find out!
Head for the Cure 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, September 30 @ 8am
South Park - Lawrence, KS
Be
a part of the fight against brain cancer and run or walk this event in
downtown Lawrence. Grab some friend or family members and form a team
and meet at South Park for this fourth annual event.
Blue Valley Strut For the Streaks 5K
Saturday, October 6 @ 8am
Blue Valley Rec Center - Overland Park, KS
This fun, easy, and enjoyable certified course begins at the Blue Valley Rec Complex and makes its way through the beautiful streets of Southern Johnson County. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Blue Valley Blue Streaks, our local Special Olympics team.
John Glaser 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, October 6 @ 8am
Station 71 Headquarters - Shawnee, KS
This
third annual event benefits the John Glaser Memorial Fund, set up for
the family of Shawnee firefighter John Glaser, who lost his life in the
line of duty in 2010, and SAFE, an organization that supports family
members of public safety officers who lose their lives in the line of
duty.
Pink Laundry 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, October 7 @ 8am
City Hall - Lee's Summit, MO
This
fourth annual event in Downtown Lee's Summit benefits the Stephanie
Vest Foundation who provides financial and emotional support to young
parents facing a cancer crisis.
Barstow School 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, October 13 @8am
Barstow School - Kansas City, MO
This
new event starts and ends at Barstow School in south Kansas City and
winds through nearby neighborhoods. Participants receive a long sleeve
shirt and can participate with their guests in a health expo provided by
St. Luke's South.
Jeff Taylor Run 5K/10K Run/Walk
Sunday, October 14 @ 8am
EH Young Riverfront Park - Riverside, MO
This
scenic course starts in E.H. Young Riverfront Park, wraps around the
Argosy Casino and then heads out on the Riverside levee along the
Missouri River. It is a very level course that promises a fast run-time
and a great walking opportunity for those who want to take it a little
slower.
Bill Cross Backsnack 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, October 14 @8am
Zona Rosa - Kansas City, MO
This second annual event benefits the Northland
Childhood Hunger Initiative Fund, who partners with Harvesters to
provide BackSnack, a backpack filled with nutritious, child-friendly
food for children to take home at the end of the week.
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