KC SMART Runners Events

Gobbler Grind Marathon 5k/10k/Half Partner Race
Nov
24

Gobbler Grind Marathon 5k/10k/Half Partner Race

The penultimate Partner Race in our Runner Recognition Program for 2024 is Gobbler Grind Marathon by Runners Edge KC. New this year is the addition of the 10k distance. Unfortunately, due to ongoing planned construction, there will not be a Full Marathon distance at Gobbler Grind this year. It is due to return for 2025. Please use our KC SMART Runners Discount Code SMARTGG20 for 20% off any distance. Although not required, if you are not already a member, please consider signing up as this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Candy Cane Course Liberty 5k/12k Partner Race
Dec
15

Candy Cane Course Liberty 5k/12k Partner Race

The final Partner Race in our Runner Recognition Program for 2024 is the Candy Cane Course Liberty by Bodies Race Company. They offer a 5k and a 12k distance to tie in with the 12 days of Christmas. Remember to use our exclusive Member Discount which can be found under our Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Time Travel Half Marathon and 5k/10k Partner Race
Jan
4

Time Travel Half Marathon and 5k/10k Partner Race

The first Partner Race in the KC SMART Runners 2025 Runner Recognition Program is the Time Travel Half Marathon and 5k/10k presented by Bodies Race Company. Parkville will be the official Partner Race, but we will allow substitution to Shawnee on Jan 25th if you are unable to run on the 4th. For 2025, our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code will be good for any distance at any KC Area, Shawnee or St Joseph race by Bodies Race Company and is available now in the Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Time To Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Partner Race
Mar
8

Time To Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Partner Race

The second Partner Race in the KC SMART Runners 2025 Runner Recognition Program is the Time To Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 presented by Bodies Race Company. Longview will be the official Partner Race, but again we will allow substitution to St Joe on Mar 23rd if you are unable to run on the 8th. For 2025, our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code will be good for any distance at any KC Area, Shawnee or St Joseph race by Bodies Race Company and is available now in the Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Liberty Half Marathon/Jewell 5k Partner Race
Mar
29

Liberty Half Marathon/Jewell 5k Partner Race

This Partner Race needs no introduction. Our favorite local race in the 2025 Runner Recognition Program is the Liberty Half Marathon/Jewell 5k in conjunction with the Liberty Hospital Foundation. The Half Marathon is the first race in the Heartland 39.3 Series with Rock The Parkway and Garmin Olathe Half Marathon. Our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code is good for 15% off either distance and is available now in the Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Rock The Parkway Half Marathon & 5k Partner Race
Apr
12

Rock The Parkway Half Marathon & 5k Partner Race

This Partner Race is a Kansas City tradition. Back for the 2025 Runner Recognition Program is Rock The Parkway Half Marathon & 5k brought to you by Kansas City Running Company. The Half Marathon is the second race in the Heartland 39.3 Series with Liberty Half Marathon and Garmin Olathe Half Marathon. Our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code will be good for 15% off either distance and is available now in the Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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DoNot Stop Half Marathon and 5k/10k Partner Race
Apr
19

DoNot Stop Half Marathon and 5k/10k Partner Race

The fifth Partner Race in the KC SMART Runners 2025 Runner Recognition Program is the DoNot Stop Half Marathon and 5k/10k presented by Bodies Race Company. For 2025, our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code will be good for any distance at any KC Area, Shawnee or St Joseph race by Bodies Race Company and is available now in the Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Garmin Olathe Marathon 10k/Half/Full Partner Race
Apr
26

Garmin Olathe Marathon 10k/Half/Full Partner Race

New Partner Race for our 2025 Runner Recognition Program is the Garmin Olathe Marathon in conjunction with the Olathe Chamber of Commerce. Distances are Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k. The Half Marathon is the 3rd and final race in the Heartland 39.3 Series with Liberty Half Marathon and Rock The Parkway. Our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code will be good for 15% off any distance and is available now in the Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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CCVI Trolley Run 4m Race
Apr
27

CCVI Trolley Run 4m Race

While not part of the 2025 Runner Recognition Program, we are proud to have partnered with the CCVI Trolley Run again this year for one of the fastest 4m races you will likely ever run. You can use code SMART25 for 20% off the race. Although membership is not required to use this discount code, it does help support the club so that we can continue to provide discounts and you will be eligible for free race drawings. Sign up here!

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Hospital Hill Run 5k/10k/Half Partner Race
May
31

Hospital Hill Run 5k/10k/Half Partner Race

The seventh Partner Race in the KC SMART Runners 2025 Runner Recognition Program is the Hospital Hill Run in conjunction with the KC Sports Commission. This is truly one of the premier races in Kansas City and is not to be missed whether you are running or coming out to support. Our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code will be good for any distance and will be available in January in the Members Area. Take advantage of the Early Bird registration or wait and use our discount. If you are not already a member, this discount should almost certainly save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Hometown Half Marathon and 5k/10k Partner Race
Jun
14

Hometown Half Marathon and 5k/10k Partner Race

The eighth Partner Race in the KC SMART Runners 2025 Runner Recognition Program is the Hometown Half Marathon and 5k/10k presented by Bodies Race Company. Parkville will be the official Partner Race, but we will allow substitution to Shawnee on Jun 1st if you are unable to run on the 14th. For 2025, our exclusive KC SMART Runners Discount Code will be good for any distance at any KC Area, Shawnee or St Joseph race by Bodies Race Company and is available now in the Members Area. If you are not already a member, this discount could save you the $12 cost of an Annual Membership or more. Sign up now!

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Salina Crossroads Marathon 5k/Half/Full
Nov
2

Salina Crossroads Marathon 5k/Half/Full

Join KC SMART Runners on the road at the Salina Crossroads Marathon in Salina, KS. This fun and affordable race is becoming an annual tradition for our members and others from the Kansas City area. Join the ‘KC SMART Runners’ team when you sign up and our Road Trip Group on Facebook to keep everyone in touch. Make sure to wear your KC SMART gear and represent KC SMART Runners in Salina.

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Garmin Kansas City Marathon 5k/10k/Half/Full (No Group Run)
Oct
19

Garmin Kansas City Marathon 5k/10k/Half/Full (No Group Run)

While Garmin Kansas City Marathon is not a Partner Race for the 2024 Runner Recognition Program, it is still one of the premier races in Kansas City and always well supported by our members. As such, there will be no group run this week as we expect most members will be participating. Don’t forget to join the ‘KC SMART Runners’ team and wear your KC SMART gear.

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Inaugural Chili Cook-off and Family Field Day
Oct
6

Inaugural Chili Cook-off and Family Field Day

KC SMART Runners is excited to announce the Inaugural Chili Cook-off and Family Field Day on Sunday October 6th, 2024 from 11am to 3pm.

Please join us at Weatherby Lake Pavilion for a family friendly day of fun and games. We will have tailgate style games, a Chili Cook-off with pot-luck sides, giveaways and a 50/50 raffle.

Please RSVP via the link if you plan to attend so that we have a better idea of numbers and pot-luck items.

Facebook event can be found here.

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Ultrapalooza 5k/10k/Half/ 50k/50m/100k/100m Partner Race
Sep
21
to Sep 22

Ultrapalooza 5k/10k/Half/ 50k/50m/100k/100m Partner Race

With something for everyone, Partner Race number seven in our 2024 Runner Recognition Program is Ultrapalooza 5K/10K/Half/ 50k/50m/100k/100m from Midwest Endurance Race Co. They have distances ranging from 5k to 100 miles. Code KCSmart2024 will get you a 20% discount on any race distance. Although KC SMART Runners membership is not required to use this discount, please consider signing up or donating if you were able to save money.

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Head for the Cure 5k - Kansas City
Aug
25

Head for the Cure 5k - Kansas City

Our friends at Head for the Cure have offered a very generous $15 discount (on an already very affordable entry fee - currently $32) for their 22nd Annual 5k race on August 25th exclusively for KC SMART Runners members. This discount more than covers the cost of your annual membership and can be found in the Members Area of the website. Not yet a member, Sign up now and be eligible for our Membership Benefits all year!

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Hearts for RMHC 5k/10k Partner Race
Aug
18

Hearts for RMHC 5k/10k Partner Race

Next up in our 2024 Runner Recognition Program, our sixth Partner Race is a charity which many of us are very familiar with, Hearts for RMHC 5K/10K supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities. They have once again been kind enough to provide an exclusive discount for KC SMART Runners members. Not yet a member, Sign up now! This race also offers the opportunity to participate for the trophy as the biggest team. Make sure you sign up under the ‘KC SMART Runners’ group.

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Ward Parkway Four on the 4th 4m/4k Partner Race
Jul
4

Ward Parkway Four on the 4th 4m/4k Partner Race

The half way point in our Runner Recognition Program for 2024, our fifth Partner Race is Ward Parkway Four on the 4th by Runners Edge KC. Remember to use our KC SMART Runners Discount code SMART20 for 20% Off either the 4k or 4m distance. While not required to use this discount code, please consider signing up for $12/year if you are not already a member. These Membership Fees help to cover the ongoing operating costs of the club. Sign up now!

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