Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 18th April 2026 - Sun 19th April 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 Annual Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk on April 18-19, 2026, in beautiful Kansas City, Jackson! This vibrant event invites participants of all ages to run or walk in support of our local veterans, with proceeds benefiting Military Matters, a program dedicated to providing crucial legal services for military service members and veterans.
Kick off the day on Saturday, April 18, with race day registration starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K Run/Walk at 8:00 AM. The fun continues with a Kids Fun Run at 8:45 AM and awards presented at 9:00 AM for standout participants, including top overall male and female runners, veterans, and age group winners. With family activities, community spirit, and the chance to make a difference, the VeteRUN is not just an event—it's a celebration of support for those who have served. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to give back while enjoying a great day outdoors!
Kick off the day on Saturday, April 18, with race day registration starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K Run/Walk at 8:00 AM. The fun continues with a Kids Fun Run at 8:45 AM and awards presented at 9:00 AM for standout participants, including top overall male and female runners, veterans, and age group winners. With family activities, community spirit, and the chance to make a difference, the VeteRUN is not just an event—it's a celebration of support for those who have served. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to give back while enjoying a great day outdoors!
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
GOLD SPONSORS
TBD
SILVER SPONSORS
REED AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
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, APRIL 18, STARTING AT 7:00AM.
NOTE: REGISTER BY APRIL 4 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
SCHEDULE: APRIL 18, 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
GOLD SPONSORS
TBD
SILVER SPONSORS
REED AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
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, APRIL 18, STARTING AT 7:00AM.
NOTE: REGISTER BY APRIL 4 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
SCHEDULE: APRIL 18, 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 18th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$44.46
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Military Matters VeteRUN Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 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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