MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Columbia, Missouri
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Annual MedZou Ophthalmology 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the beautiful city of Columbia, Boone! This vibrant event will kick off at 10:00 AM at the Twin Lakes Recreation Area, with check-in starting at 9:30 AM. Participants of all ages—kids, families, and even pets—are invited to enjoy a day filled with fun activities, including food trucks, games, and raffles, all while supporting a great cause.
The 5K course will guide you along the scenic MKT Trail, offering a picturesque route for both runners and walkers. This event aims to raise funds for the MedZou Community Health Clinic, which provides essential healthcare services to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Make sure to register online by March 13th for your official race t-shirt and join us in making a positive impact in the community. Let’s come together to promote health and wellness while having a blast!
The 5K course will guide you along the scenic MKT Trail, offering a picturesque route for both runners and walkers. This event aims to raise funds for the MedZou Community Health Clinic, which provides essential healthcare services to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Make sure to register online by March 13th for your official race t-shirt and join us in making a positive impact in the community. Let’s come together to promote health and wellness while having a blast!
Organiser's Description
The Annual Mizzou Ophthalmology 5K Run/Walk will be hosted by the University of Missouris Ophthalmology Department to support MedZous free clinic for underserved patients in Columbia, Missouri. The event is set to take place at Twin Lakes Recreation Area at the Twin Lakes Shelter on Sunday, April 18th, at 10:00 am. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 9:30 AM FOR CHECK-IN. Following the race, participants are invited to stay for refreshments. Kids, pets, families are encouraged to attend! There will be food trucks, games, raffles and more!
EVENT PURPOSE: To raise funds for MedZou Community Health Clinic, which provides essential care to underserved populations in the Columbia area.
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Please register online by March 13th to reserve an official race t-shirt for the event. After this date, registration will still be available at a reduced price, but it will not include a t-shirt.
T-SHIRT PICKUP:
Friday, April 10th, from 2:00-5:00 pm at the PCCLC Health Science Library.
Or on the day of the race, April 18th, from 9:30-9:45 am.
DONATIONS:
If you are unable to participate in the Run/Walk but would like to contribute, please click the "Donate" tab at the top of the website to make your contribution to Mizzou Ophthalmologys MedZou fundraiser!
COURSE INFORMATION:
The course will follow the scenic MKT Trail to a turnaround point (1.55-mile mark) before returning along the same path to the finish line. A hydration station will be available at the turnaround point.
Thank you for your support in helping us bring care to those who need it most!
EVENT PURPOSE: To raise funds for MedZou Community Health Clinic, which provides essential care to underserved populations in the Columbia area.
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Please register online by March 13th to reserve an official race t-shirt for the event. After this date, registration will still be available at a reduced price, but it will not include a t-shirt.
T-SHIRT PICKUP:
Friday, April 10th, from 2:00-5:00 pm at the PCCLC Health Science Library.
Or on the day of the race, April 18th, from 9:30-9:45 am.
DONATIONS:
If you are unable to participate in the Run/Walk but would like to contribute, please click the "Donate" tab at the top of the website to make your contribution to Mizzou Ophthalmologys MedZou fundraiser!
COURSE INFORMATION:
The course will follow the scenic MKT Trail to a turnaround point (1.55-mile mark) before returning along the same path to the finish line. A hydration station will be available at the turnaround point.
Thank you for your support in helping us bring care to those who need it most!
Races
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MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 18th April 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$27.50
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