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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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Epic scenery
✅ The "Race-Cation" lifestyle
✅ 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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