St. Jude Walk/Run - Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Sep, 2026 (TBD)
5k
Race Information
The annual St. Jude Walk/Run is a nationwide race that happens in cities across the United States on the same day each September during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Fundraising proceeds benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
The Kansas City race is a family-friendly 5k that starts at KC Live at the Power & Light District. Participants can choose to run a timed race or walk, participate with a fundraising team or as an individual.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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