MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Columbia, Missouri
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in beautiful Columbia, Boone! This vibrant event kicks off at 10:00 AM at the Twin Lakes Recreation Area, where participants can support a worthy cause while enjoying a scenic course that winds alongside Twin Lakes Fishing Lake and Hinkson Creek. The 5K is perfect for everyone—families, kids, and even pets are encouraged to join in the fun!
Not only is this event a fantastic opportunity to get active, but it also aims to raise funds for the MedZou Community Health Clinic, which provides essential care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Arrive by 9:30 AM for check-in, and be sure to register online by April 3rd to secure your official race t-shirt. After the race, stick around for refreshments, games, and food trucks to celebrate your achievement and contribute to a great cause. Come out and make a difference while enjoying a wonderful day outdoors!
Not only is this event a fantastic opportunity to get active, but it also aims to raise funds for the MedZou Community Health Clinic, which provides essential care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Arrive by 9:30 AM for check-in, and be sure to register online by April 3rd to secure your official race t-shirt. After the race, stick around for refreshments, games, and food trucks to celebrate your achievement and contribute to a great cause. Come out and make a difference while enjoying a wonderful day outdoors!
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 Saturday, 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 games, food trucks, 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 April 3rd to reserve an official race t-shirt for the event. After this date, registration will still be available, but will not guarantee a race 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:
This scenic course will begin at County House Trail, along side Twin Lakes Fishing Lake and Hinkson Creek. At the ~1.5-mile marker, there will be a water station followed by a loop around the 3M Flat Branch-Hinkson Creek Wetlands. This will return to the water station with the final stretch across a section of MKT Trail and back around the lake.
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 April 3rd to reserve an official race t-shirt for the event. After this date, registration will still be available, but will not guarantee a race 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:
This scenic course will begin at County House Trail, along side Twin Lakes Fishing Lake and Hinkson Creek. At the ~1.5-mile marker, there will be a water station followed by a loop around the 3M Flat Branch-Hinkson Creek Wetlands. This will return to the water station with the final stretch across a section of MKT Trail and back around the lake.
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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