2026 Route 66 Race Across Kansas
- Date
- November 28, 2026
- Location
- 511 S. Main, Galena, KS
- Distance
- 1/2 Marathon · Virtual Half Marathon Additional cost for Swag if outside the United States
From the Organizer
Run Historic Route 66 in Kansas all 13.2 miles from the Missouri/Kansas Stateline to the Kansas/Oklahoma Stateline.
Runners will receive a t-shirt with registration.
Top 3 runners in each age division will get trophy
Packet Pickup at 511 Main Street, Galena, Kansas, the morning of the race.
If you choose the virtual option, you will not be eligible for awards, but you will get the t-shirt in the mail to you.
Day of race price registration is $40.
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
53°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Joplin Regional Airport, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Galena, KS
Elevation
904 ft
Nearest Airport
JLN
Joplin Regional Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 91 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Route 66 Race Across Kansas
- Date
- November 28, 2026
- Location
- 511 S. Main, Galena, KS
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Route 66 Race Across Kansas?
- 2026 Route 66 Race Across Kansas is a running race held in Galena, Kansas on November 28, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 Route 66 Race Across Kansas?
- Saturday, November 28, 2026 in Galena, Kansas at 511 S. Main, Galena, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Route 66 Race Across Kansas?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Route 66 Race Across Kansas
Nov 28, 2026