Watkins Mill Get Outdoors 6.6K
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Event Overview
The Watkins Mill Get Outdoors 6.6K 2026 is the 13th annual edition of the event. It takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Watkins Mill State Park in Lawson, Missouri. The event offers two participation formats: an in-person 6.6K Run and a 6.6K VIRTUAL Run.
Course Details
The course is a certified trail loop around the 100-acre Williams Creek Lake. The path goes through forested areas. A note mentions the distance is 6.6 kilometers this year due to a bridge closure, instead of the usual 6 kilometers.
Registration and Fees
Registration opens on May 31, 2026. Several pricing tiers are listed:
- $35 – Early Bird Special through September 16 (includes an event t-shirt).
- $40 – After September 16 (no shirt included).
- $45 – Race day registration (no shirt included).
- $30 – For kids aged 5–12 (full package before September 16).
- Free – For kids under 5 (no package).
Participant Perks
The race package for the in-person event includes a 6.6K event t-shirt, a race bib, a finisher's medal, and two guided tour passes for the Watkins Woolen Mill & Home.
Post-Race and Logistics
After the race, there will be music, food from local trucks, family-friendly activities, and prizes. Packet pick-up is available on Friday, September 25, at the Woodneath Library Center in Kansas City, or on the race day morning at Watkins Mill State Park.
Beneficiary
All proceeds from the event benefit the Watkins Woolen Mill State Park and Historic Site, a National Historic Landmark, supporting its preservation and educational programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
