The Best Races - Westwood
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A Merry Christmas Run - Kansas City
A Merry Christmas Run takes place in Mill Creek Park along Broadway Boulevard in Kansas City, Missouri on December 26, 2026. The event offers road running options for individuals and families, including an in-person schedule with limited-capacity start waves and a virtual alternative.
Distances available include:
- 5K road run
- 10K road run
- Half-marathon (13.1 miles)
- Family 1 mile fun run
- Virtual run option with digital training pack
Waves are capped and filled on a first-come, first-served basis; participants can request a preferred wave time. Timing is optional: participants may track and submit their own times, or ask coordinators for timing help. The event does not use timing chips.
Race materials and finishes: race bibs are provided on race day. Swag is shipped to the U.S. mailing address given at registration. Standard swag includes a running T-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, a digital training pack, and an online results certificate. A technical running shirt upgrade is offered for an additional fee.
Organizers provide coordinator support on site and communicate final race details and course maps before the event. A virtual submission process allows remote participants to receive a medal and training resources. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
