16TH Annual
16th Annual Bill Cross 5K
16th Annual Bill Cross 5K is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Kansas City, MO, with entry fees from $15 to $25.
- Date
- October 11, 2026 (80 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Feed Northland Kids is once again partnering with the family of Bill Cross to raise money for our food security programs. Did you know that over 12,000 children in Clay and Platte County are food insecure, meaning they do not have reliable access to affordable and nutritious food? You can help! The Bill Cross 5k will be held in Zona Rosa on Sunday October 11, 2026 at 8:00AM. The run is in memory of Bill Cross, former Mayor of Gladstone and devoted teacher, coach, administrator, mentor and role model for more than 35,000 area students. All funds raised from this event will support Feed Northland Kids programs including our Food Pantries and Community Food Kits. Together, we can ensure that children in our community have the nutrition they need to learn, grow, and thrive!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
69°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kansas City Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kansas City, MO
Population
508,233
as of 2023
City Elevation
754 ft
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 16th Annual Bill Cross 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
80
Days to train
- Race
- 16th Annual Bill Cross 5K
- Date
- October 11, 2026
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16th Annual Bill Cross 5K
Oct 11, 2026