The Best Races - Kansas City
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Coffee Lovers Run - Kansas City
The Coffee Lovers Run is scheduled for October 10, 2026 at Gillham Park in Kansas City, Missouri. The event offers multiple distance options and a virtual alternative, with organized waves and a cap per wave to limit field size.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon 13.1
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Timing for participants is optional; there are no timing chips. Participants may track time with apps and submit results to be posted online, or request coordinator assistance for timekeeping. The organizer provides online results and a certificate of completion.
Swag and packet handling are handled by mail for U.S. addresses. Included items listed by the organizer are a running T-shirt shipped to the provided mailing address, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. Race bibs are provided on race day. Technical running shirts are available as an optional upgrade for an additional fee.
The event is described as a smaller, private group run with waves filled on a first come, first serve basis; a wait list and a virtual option are available when waves sell out. Coordinators remain on site for a period after the first wave to assist late arrivals. Registration fees vary by distance and option. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
