Running Races in Independence, Missouri

Racing in Independence: what the calendar looks like

There are 13 upcoming races on the Independence calendar over the next 12 months, with at least one in every month. Among complete calendar months, April 2027 has the most listed races, with 2. By race count, Independence ranks 5th among Missouri cities.

Of those, 13 offer a 5K and 12 offer a 10K. Where fees are published, the median entry in Independence is $30, close to the Missouri median of $30.

Close enough for a race-day drive: Kansas City (52 races, 10 miles), Overland Park, KS (16 races, 19 miles), Olathe, KS (12 races, 24 miles).

Races by month

• Nov 20261 race
• Dec 20261 race
• Jan 20271 race
• Feb 20271 race
• Mar 20271 race
• Apr 20272 races
• May 20271 race
• Jun 20271 race
• Jul 20271 race
• Aug 20271 race
• Sep 20271 race
• Oct 20271 race

Planning a race

• Getting inlotteries, qualifiers, and how entry works for the races that sell out
• Lottery watchwhich race lotteries and registration windows are open right now
• Choosing a first marathona practical guide to picking a debut race

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