Rock The Parkway

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

Apr 11, 2026 - Saturday

5k, Half-marathon

Race Information

Kansas City's favorite half marathon is back on historic Ward Parkway!  Live music, great finishers medals for both the half marathon and the 5K, high quality race shirts and lots of post race food and beverages make this one of Kansas City's favorite events.

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πŸ˜„ Why We Like This Run
βœ… Epic scenery
βœ… The "Race-Cation" lifestyle
βœ… Sustainable strides

Why settle for a finisher’s medal and a banana in a parking lot when you could run amongst the red rock canyons of Zion National Park, through the majestic landscapes bordering Glacier National Park, or in the shadow of Rocky Mountain National Park?

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Race Facts

Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000

Elevation: Some Hills

Course Type: Road

Boston Qualifier: No

Kids Run: No

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