MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 Kansas City
About the race
Join us for our annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day run, honoring the legacy of Dr. King and his commitment to justice, equality, and peace.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave, and all paces and ages (under 18 with a guardian) are welcome, whether you run or walk.
There is no equipment or setup needed; coordinators are there to support you in a warm, stress-free setting.
Waves and capacity
- Waves sell out quickly and are closed once full.
- If waves are sold out, you can sign up for the virtual run option or the wait list.
Timing
- Timing is optional: track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc.) and submit it with our easy form to be posted online, or ask our coordinators to keep track of your time.
- No timing chips are used.
Swag bag contents
- Running T-shirt, shipped to the address you register with (US only)
- Finisher's towel or giveaway
- Finisher's medal
- Digital training pack
- Technical running shirt (optional): lightweight, moisture-wicking
Swag is shipped directly to you, so please provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check the spelling. You will receive your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.
Packet pickup and bibs
- No packet pickup is required.
- Race bibs are provided on race day.
Wave times and sign-up
Email us your desired wave time at [email protected]. Waves are filled on a first come, first served basis.
- Wave A: 7:30 AM
- Wave B: 8:00 AM
- Wave C: 8:30 AM
Late runners can run upon arrival. Coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave.
Race updates
We will email a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Late registration
Late registrations (for those signing up 2 weeks before the race) are accepted. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run, so you can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race.
Virtual run option
The virtual run can be done any time and place of your choosing, using any tracking device (optional). It includes a training pack with digital tools. After you finish, submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal.
Charity fundraising (optional)
Every mile you log after the race, we donate $1 to one of the charities we work with. Fundraising is optional.
The course
Location
Kcmo, MO, USA Open in Google Maps
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