MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 1:00PM CDT
- Location Columbia, Missouri
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K on Saturday, April 18th, 2026, at the beautiful Twin Lakes Recreation Area in Columbia, Boone. This exciting event invites participants of all ages to walk or run a scenic 5K course along the picturesque MKT Trail, all in support of MedZou's free clinic for underserved patients. Starting at 9:00 AM, with check-in opening at 8:30 AM, the event promises a fun-filled day featuring food trucks, games, raffles, and refreshments for everyone!
By participating in this uplifting community event, you’ll help raise vital funds for the MedZou Community Health Clinic, providing essential ophthalmologic care to those in need. Every dollar raised will contribute towards crucial equipment, including an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, enhancing the quality of care available in the Columbia area. Early registration is encouraged by March 13th to secure your official race t-shirt, while post-deadline registration remains available at a reduced price. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day out with family, friends, and even your pets!
By participating in this uplifting community event, you’ll help raise vital funds for the MedZou Community Health Clinic, providing essential ophthalmologic care to those in need. Every dollar raised will contribute towards crucial equipment, including an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, enhancing the quality of care available in the Columbia area. Early registration is encouraged by March 13th to secure your official race t-shirt, while post-deadline registration remains available at a reduced price. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day out with family, friends, and even your pets!
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 13th, at 9:00 am. Participants are encouraged to arrive at 8:30 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's Community Health Clinic, which provides essential ophthalmologic care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Every dollar raised goes directly towards purchasing equipment, including an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, that will help diagnose and treat eye conditions for patients in need.
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 11th, from 2:00-5:00 pm at the PCCLC Health Science Library.
Or on the day of the race, April 13th, from 8:00 am - 8:45 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 fund.
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 vision care to those who need it most!
EVENT PURPOSE: To raise funds for MedZou's Community Health Clinic, which provides essential ophthalmologic care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Every dollar raised goes directly towards purchasing equipment, including an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, that will help diagnose and treat eye conditions for patients in need.
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 11th, from 2:00-5:00 pm at the PCCLC Health Science Library.
Or on the day of the race, April 13th, from 8:00 am - 8:45 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 fund.
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 vision care to those who need it most!
Races
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MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 18th April 2026 (1:00PM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 16 NOV
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