Capital City Race
- Date Sat 8th May 2027
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Jefferson City, Missouri
- Price $32.80 - $63.54
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day at the Fifth Annual Capital City Race on Saturday, May 8, 2027, in Jefferson City, Cole! This vibrant event is dedicated to raising awareness for mental health while honoring the memory of Jared Palmer, who tragically lost his life to mental illness in November 2021. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: a 5K, a 10K, or Jefferson City's first-ever Half Marathon. Each route will take you past some of the city's most cherished landmarks, making for a scenic and uplifting experience.
Join us as we come together to support mental health initiatives and strengthen our community. The race kicks off at 7:00 AM from the Missouri State Capitol, with packet pickup available on May 7 from 4:00-6:00 PM and on race day starting at 5:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a race shirt, medal, bib, and swag bag—guaranteed for participants who register by May 1, 2027. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this meaningful event that combines fitness and compassion!
Join us as we come together to support mental health initiatives and strengthen our community. The race kicks off at 7:00 AM from the Missouri State Capitol, with packet pickup available on May 7 from 4:00-6:00 PM and on race day starting at 5:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a race shirt, medal, bib, and swag bag—guaranteed for participants who register by May 1, 2027. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this meaningful event that combines fitness and compassion!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the FIFTH ANNUAL CAPITAL CITY RACE, an event dedicated to raising awareness for mental health and honoring the memory of Jared Palmer, who tragically lost his life to mental illness in November 2021.
Choose from a 5K, 10K, or JEFFERSON CITYS _FIRST-EVER_ HALF MARATHON and enjoy routes that showcase the Capital Citys most beloved landmarks. Whether you walk, jog, or run, every step you take supports mental health awareness and strengthens our community.
RACE DETAILS
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DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 8, 2027
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START TIME: 7:00 AM
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LOCATION: MISSOURI STATE CAPITOL
REGISTRATION
ENTRY FEES VARY BY RACE DISTANCE AND INCLUDE A RACE SHIRT, MEDAL, BIB, AND SWAG BAG.
_GUARANTEED ONLY TO PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY MAY 1, 2027._
PACKET PICKUP
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PRE-RACE: FRIDAY, MAY 7, 2027 | 4:00-6:00 PM | MISSOURI BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNCIL, 3450 W EDGEWOOD DR, JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65109
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RACE DAY: SATURDAY, MAY 8, 2027 | STARTING AT 5:30 AM | MISSOURI STATE CAPITOL
2026 RESULTS CLICK HERE [https://www.mtecresults.com/event/show/6231/2026_Capital_City_Race]
Choose from a 5K, 10K, or JEFFERSON CITYS _FIRST-EVER_ HALF MARATHON and enjoy routes that showcase the Capital Citys most beloved landmarks. Whether you walk, jog, or run, every step you take supports mental health awareness and strengthens our community.
RACE DETAILS
*
DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 8, 2027
*
START TIME: 7:00 AM
*
LOCATION: MISSOURI STATE CAPITOL
REGISTRATION
ENTRY FEES VARY BY RACE DISTANCE AND INCLUDE A RACE SHIRT, MEDAL, BIB, AND SWAG BAG.
_GUARANTEED ONLY TO PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY MAY 1, 2027._
PACKET PICKUP
*
PRE-RACE: FRIDAY, MAY 7, 2027 | 4:00-6:00 PM | MISSOURI BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNCIL, 3450 W EDGEWOOD DR, JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65109
*
RACE DAY: SATURDAY, MAY 8, 2027 | STARTING AT 5:30 AM | MISSOURI STATE CAPITOL
2026 RESULTS CLICK HERE [https://www.mtecresults.com/event/show/6231/2026_Capital_City_Race]
Races
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5K Race
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Apparel
Sat 8th May 2027 (7:10AM CDT)
$32.80
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10K Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race Apparel
Sat 8th May 2027 (7:05AM CDT)
$43.40
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.54 Fee & Race Apparel
Sat 8th May 2027 (7:00AM CDT)
$63.54
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201 W. Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, 65101, MO, United States
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