2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills"
2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills" is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Kansas City, MO, with entry fees from $25 to $45.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
- Location
- 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO
- Price
- $25–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Thank you for joining us for the 23rd Anniversary of the Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills!"
The Kansas City Zoo Run is a local favorite, featuring a different species of animal each year.
All participants receive uniquely branded swag associated with the year's featured animal species. In addition to the swag, a portion of each participant's entry fee supports the Friends of the Zoo. The uniquely branded swag that each participant will receive in 2026 includes the following:
- Custom designed featured species GO-EX Hornbills t-shirt
- Custom Hornbills finisher's medal
- Free one-time entry into the Kansas City Zoo that is valid on race day or any day through the end of 2026
If you want to start fundraising after completing your registration, you will need to log into your RunSignUp account and edit your registration. From there, you will be able to choose "Become A Fundraiser" and join in the fun while supporting the Hornbills!
Please follow us on Facebook (@KansasCityZooRun) and Instagram (@kczoorun) for opportunities to win prizes from our sponsors, as well as to keep yourself updated on all of the latest information regarding registration, packet pickup, event highlights and more!!
Please note as a reminder, our event has a NO REFUND policy.
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
79°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kansas City Downtown Ap, 10 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 2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills", put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
58
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills"
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO
Want more races like this?
Enter your email and we'll send more your way.
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
More Running races near Kansas City, MO
Run for Raptors Trail Race
5K · 10K · From $40 · Camp Lake of the Woods in Swope Park
Less than a mile away
Leawood Rotary Labor Day 5K
5K · From $34 · American Academy of Family Physicians
4 miles away
Plaza 10K
10K · From $57 · 401 Nichols Rd.
4 miles away
Garmin Kansas City Marathon
5K · 10K · Half Marathon · Marathon · From $50 · 4701 Oak Street
4 miles away
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Kansas City than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
Plan your trip to Kansas CityFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the 2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills"?+
When and where is the 2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills"?+
How do I register for the 2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills"?+
2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills"
Sep 19, 2026