Marathon | Half Marathon | 10K | 5K

sATURDAY, oCTOBER 17, 2026

Frank a. theis park: Across from the Nelson-Atkins museum of art

7:00 am - fuLL & Half start

7:30 am - 10K START

7:45 AM - 5K START

Don't miss your chance to participate in Kansas City's largest and most prestigious annual race.  The region's premier event takes runners on a comprehensive tour of KC, passing iconic landmarks and showcasing legendary neighborhoods along the way - including the World War I Museum & Memorial, the Country Club Plaza, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Waldo, Westport, 18th & Vine and more!

The Garmin Kansas City Marathon has been recognized by RaceRaves, the leading online race finder and community review site for runners, as the “Best Marathon in Missouri.” Finally, it was rated one of the top 20 Marathons on BibRave.com thus qualifying for “The BibRave 100: a Definitive List of the Best Races in America.”

participant perks

• An official Garmin Kansas City Marathon branded participant shirt

• A finisher’s medal

• FREE downloadable race photos

• FREE food, beer and massages at the Finish Line Festival presented by T-Mobile.

Sign up to become a Garmin Kansas City Marathon VIP during registration for even more perks. The VIP experience includes a private VIP space, private restrooms, priority parking and more!