Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Kansas City
Kansas City's Golden Harvest Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course with hometown charm.
Race Date
Sep 27, 2026
Location
Parkville, MO
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Location
- Parkville, Missouri
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Run, 1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon in Kansas City is a beloved annual event that celebrates local spirit. Runners can expect a fast, flat course, ideal for achieving personal bests. The event is designed to be family-friendly, offering multiple distances including a 5k, 10k, and a 1-mile run, alongside the half marathon.
Participants receive great swag, including a designer t-shirt and a custom medal. Chip timing with live results and awards ensures a professional race experience, complemented by pacers for the half marathon. The finish line is a rewarding celebration with delicious treats and free photos to capture the achievement.
This race is known for its welcoming atmosphere and community feel, making it a perfect choice for runners of all levels looking for a well-organized and enjoyable race day.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
8701 McAfee St, Parkville, MO, 64152
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 9 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Kansas City?
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Kansas City is held on Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Kansas City take place?
It takes place in Parkville, Missouri.
What distances does the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Kansas City offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Run, 1 Miles.
Is the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Kansas City course flat and good for a PR?
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Kansas City is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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