joyRUN
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Olathe, Kansas
- Price $18.98 - $44.31
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a day filled with joy and community spirit at the third annual joyRUN on Saturday, September 27, 2025! Taking place at Heritage Park in Olathe, Johnson County, this exciting event features a 5K run, a 1-mile walk, and a 1-mile run, catering to participants of all ages and abilities. The race kicks off at 9:00 a.m., and participants can enjoy pre-race pickup on September 25, making it easy to get ready for the big day.
Join us in supporting JoyKC, a nonprofit dedicated to providing free, faith-based programming for teens and adults with disabilities in the Kansas City area. Registration includes a t-shirt and the chance to participate in individual or team fundraising efforts to further support this meaningful cause. After crossing the finish line, all participants are invited to the joyRUN After Bash Celebration, where complimentary items will be available. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, come together with friends and family for a memorable day of fun and community!
Join us in supporting JoyKC, a nonprofit dedicated to providing free, faith-based programming for teens and adults with disabilities in the Kansas City area. Registration includes a t-shirt and the chance to participate in individual or team fundraising efforts to further support this meaningful cause. After crossing the finish line, all participants are invited to the joyRUN After Bash Celebration, where complimentary items will be available. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, come together with friends and family for a memorable day of fun and community!
Organiser's Description
5K | 1 MILE WALK | 1 MILE RUN | AFTER BASH
Join us for our third annual JOYRUN supporting JoyKC! JoyKC is a nonprofit that provides free, faith-based programming for teens (ages 15+) and adults with disabilities in the Kansas City area. Click HERE [http://www.joykc.org] to learn more about JoyKC. Thank you for supporting our mission!
RACE INFORMATION
WHEN: Saturday, September 27
WHERE: Heritage Park (Shelter 1) | 16050 Pflumm Road Olathe, KS 66062
RACE START TIME: 9:00 a.m.
PACKET PICK UP
PRE-RACE PICK-UP (STRONGLY ENCOURAGED!)
* WHEN: Thursday, September 25
* TIME: 4:30-6:30pm
* WHERE: Community Covenant Church | 15700 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66219
RACE DAY PICK-UP
* WHEN: Saturday, September 27
* TIME: 8:00-8:45am
* WHERE: Heritage Park, Shelter 1 | 16050 Pflumm Road Olathe, KS 66062
5K
* $30 until March 31, $40 until September 1, $45 until Race Day!
1 MILE WALK + 1 MILE RUN
* $25 till March 31, $35 till September 1, $40 until Race Day!
KIDS 1 MILE RUN OR WALK (12 YEARS OLD & UNDER)
* $12 till March 31, $15 till September 1, $20 until Race Day!
* Kids under the age of 5 can participate at no cost.
IMPORTANT: Registration includes a t-shirt! Guaranteed t-shirts available to participants through September 1!
INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM FUNDRAISING
Join us in fundraising to support JoyKC's programing by becoming an individual fundraiser or setting up a team fundraiser. During race registration, you will have the opportunity to create a fundraising page, collect donations, and set personal or team Fundraiser goals!
HUGE THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS!
* French Market [https://frenchmarketkc.com/]
* Bruce & Kristi Pietig
* Westbrook Electrolysis LLC [https://westbrookelectrolysis.com/]
* Finding Favor Event Planning [https://www.findingfavorkc.com/]
* Davis Heating, A/C & Home [https://www.davishvachome.com/]
* Navah Church KC [https://www.navahchurchkc.com/]
* Chris Burge Fence [https://www.chrisburgefence.com/]
* Michael Gromer Homes [https://michaelgromerhomes.com/]
* Imlay & Holder Wealth [https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/jeff-imlay/]
ADDITIONAL RACE DAY INFORMATION
* Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed.
* All participants are invited to joyRUN's After Bash Celebration immediately upon concluding race. There will be MANY complimentary items available for all registered race participants!
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A RACE SPONSOR?
Please contact JoyKC Race Organizer with all injuries and any questions!
Join us for our third annual JOYRUN supporting JoyKC! JoyKC is a nonprofit that provides free, faith-based programming for teens (ages 15+) and adults with disabilities in the Kansas City area. Click HERE [http://www.joykc.org] to learn more about JoyKC. Thank you for supporting our mission!
RACE INFORMATION
WHEN: Saturday, September 27
WHERE: Heritage Park (Shelter 1) | 16050 Pflumm Road Olathe, KS 66062
RACE START TIME: 9:00 a.m.
PACKET PICK UP
PRE-RACE PICK-UP (STRONGLY ENCOURAGED!)
* WHEN: Thursday, September 25
* TIME: 4:30-6:30pm
* WHERE: Community Covenant Church | 15700 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66219
RACE DAY PICK-UP
* WHEN: Saturday, September 27
* TIME: 8:00-8:45am
* WHERE: Heritage Park, Shelter 1 | 16050 Pflumm Road Olathe, KS 66062
5K
* $30 until March 31, $40 until September 1, $45 until Race Day!
1 MILE WALK + 1 MILE RUN
* $25 till March 31, $35 till September 1, $40 until Race Day!
KIDS 1 MILE RUN OR WALK (12 YEARS OLD & UNDER)
* $12 till March 31, $15 till September 1, $20 until Race Day!
* Kids under the age of 5 can participate at no cost.
IMPORTANT: Registration includes a t-shirt! Guaranteed t-shirts available to participants through September 1!
INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM FUNDRAISING
Join us in fundraising to support JoyKC's programing by becoming an individual fundraiser or setting up a team fundraiser. During race registration, you will have the opportunity to create a fundraising page, collect donations, and set personal or team Fundraiser goals!
HUGE THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS!
* French Market [https://frenchmarketkc.com/]
* Bruce & Kristi Pietig
* Westbrook Electrolysis LLC [https://westbrookelectrolysis.com/]
* Finding Favor Event Planning [https://www.findingfavorkc.com/]
* Davis Heating, A/C & Home [https://www.davishvachome.com/]
* Navah Church KC [https://www.navahchurchkc.com/]
* Chris Burge Fence [https://www.chrisburgefence.com/]
* Michael Gromer Homes [https://michaelgromerhomes.com/]
* Imlay & Holder Wealth [https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/jeff-imlay/]
ADDITIONAL RACE DAY INFORMATION
* Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed.
* All participants are invited to joyRUN's After Bash Celebration immediately upon concluding race. There will be MANY complimentary items available for all registered race participants!
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A RACE SPONSOR?
Please contact JoyKC Race Organizer with all injuries and any questions!
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$44.31
$30 until March 31, $40 until September 1, $45 until Race Day! -
1 Mile Run
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$39.31
$25 till March 31, $35 till September 1, $40 until Race Day! -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$39.31
$25 till March 31, $35 till September 1, $40 until Race Day! -
Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $3.98 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$18.98
FOR KIDS 12 YEARS & UNDER: $12 till March 31, $15 till September 1, $20 until Race Day! Kids under the age of 5 can participate at no cost.
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