Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 15th August 2026 - Sun 16th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Kansas City, Missouri
- Price $11.60 - $44.46
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in the heart of Kansas City, Jackson! This exciting event invites everyone to come out and show their support for our local veterans. The 5K run/walk is not just a race; it’s a community celebration featuring various organizations dedicated to assisting military service members and veterans. Participants can look forward to fun family activities throughout the day, ensuring a memorable experience for all.
The day kicks off bright and early with packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:00 AM, and a special kids' fun run at 8:45 AM. Awards will be presented on the North Lawn at 9:00 AM, recognizing the top finishers in various categories, including overall male and female, as well as age group winners. Proceeds from this event will directly benefit Military Matters, a program that addresses the legal needs of our veterans. Don’t miss out on the chance to run, walk, and support a great cause while enjoying a fantastic day in Kansas City!
The day kicks off bright and early with packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:00 AM, and a special kids' fun run at 8:45 AM. Awards will be presented on the North Lawn at 9:00 AM, recognizing the top finishers in various categories, including overall male and female, as well as age group winners. Proceeds from this event will directly benefit Military Matters, a program that addresses the legal needs of our veterans. Don’t miss out on the chance to run, walk, and support a great cause while enjoying a fantastic day in Kansas City!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE ANNUAL MILITARY MATTERS VETERUN 5K!
ANYONE CAN RUN/WALK IN SUPPORT OF MILITARY MATTERS! We will be hosting multiple organizations who support our local veterans, and will have fun family activities available for all who attend.
PROCEEDS FROM THE 5K WILL GO TO MILITARY MATTERS, A PROGRAM THAT FILLS THE GAP IN LEGAL SERVICES TO MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM VISIT MILITARYMATTERSKC.ORG.
RACECOURSE: See below for a map of the racecourse. PLEASE NOTE: We have updated the race course to be the same start/end point to ensure better accuracy of your race times. Please take caution if you plan to run/walk with a stroller or wheelchair as the route is typical sidewalk-width.
T-SHIRTS & SWAG:
PLEASE NOTE: We hope to be able to provide each participant with a t-shirt, however please be understanding if we run out.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
PRESENTING SPONSORS
BOUNDS LAW LLC
GIRARD & CENTONZIO LAW, PLLC
GOLD SPONSORS
TBD
SILVER SPONSORS
REED AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
STOP 22
STOUT LAW, LLC
BRONZE SPONSOR
STEPHAINE M. SMITH, CHARTERED
COURTNEY M. STOUT
RACE INFORMATION:
PACKET PICK-UP:
PACKET PICK-UP WILL TAKE PLACE THE MORNING OF THE RACE, AUGUST 15, STARTING AT 7:00AM.
NOTE: REGISTER BY AUGUST 1 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
SCHEDULE: AUGUST 15, 2026
7:00AM - Race Day Registration Opens/Packet Pick-Up
8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
8:45 AM - Kids fun run following the 5k
9:00 AM - Awards on the North Lawn
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the top overall female and male, the top overall female and male veteran, and the top males and females in each age group (19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).
ANIMALS/PETS:
Services animals only.
ANYONE CAN RUN/WALK IN SUPPORT OF MILITARY MATTERS! We will be hosting multiple organizations who support our local veterans, and will have fun family activities available for all who attend.
PROCEEDS FROM THE 5K WILL GO TO MILITARY MATTERS, A PROGRAM THAT FILLS THE GAP IN LEGAL SERVICES TO MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM VISIT MILITARYMATTERSKC.ORG.
RACECOURSE: See below for a map of the racecourse. PLEASE NOTE: We have updated the race course to be the same start/end point to ensure better accuracy of your race times. Please take caution if you plan to run/walk with a stroller or wheelchair as the route is typical sidewalk-width.
T-SHIRTS & SWAG:
PLEASE NOTE: We hope to be able to provide each participant with a t-shirt, however please be understanding if we run out.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
PRESENTING SPONSORS
BOUNDS LAW LLC
GIRARD & CENTONZIO LAW, PLLC
GOLD SPONSORS
TBD
SILVER SPONSORS
REED AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
STOP 22
STOUT LAW, LLC
BRONZE SPONSOR
STEPHAINE M. SMITH, CHARTERED
COURTNEY M. STOUT
RACE INFORMATION:
PACKET PICK-UP:
PACKET PICK-UP WILL TAKE PLACE THE MORNING OF THE RACE, AUGUST 15, STARTING AT 7:00AM.
NOTE: REGISTER BY AUGUST 1 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
SCHEDULE: AUGUST 15, 2026
7:00AM - Race Day Registration Opens/Packet Pick-Up
8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
8:45 AM - Kids fun run following the 5k
9:00 AM - Awards on the North Lawn
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the top overall female and male, the top overall female and male veteran, and the top males and females in each age group (19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).
ANIMALS/PETS:
Services animals only.
Races
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Military Matters VeteRUN 5K
Incl. $3.46 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$44.46
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Military Matters VeteRUN Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
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Military Matters VeteRUN VIRTUAL Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Medal + T-Shirt (Shipped)
$32.80
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