Kansas City Marathon
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Garmin Kansas City Marathon
The Garmin Kansas City Marathon is an annual running event held in Kansas City, Missouri. The race course travels through various neighborhoods and passes several local landmarks, including the World War I Museum & Memorial, the Country Club Plaza, and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Participants also pass through the areas of Waldo, Westport, and 18th & Vine.
The event offers several distances for participants to choose from:
- Marathon: A 26.2-mile course for participants aged 16 and up.
- Half Marathon: A 13.1-mile course for participants aged 14 and up.
- 10K: A 6.2-mile running race.
- 5K: A 3.1-mile running race.
In addition to the in-person races, virtual options are available for the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K distances. All participants must be officially registered under their own names with accurate personal information to ensure safety.
Registration fees are non-refundable. The event organizers reserve the authority to cancel the races due to weather conditions, natural disasters, or other unforeseen circumstances that could impact the safety of the participants. The event has been recognized as a top marathon in Missouri and featured on national lists of significant American races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
