
From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and RUN FOR THE FUTURE!
This is the Inaugural Run which is hosted by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc Omicron Xi Lambda Chapter the theme is RUN FOR THE FUTURE event on June 6, 2026, at 7:30 AM. The event will start at the Grandview Amphitheater, 13501 Byars Rd, Grandview, Missouri 64030.
This family-friendly run will support the future of our community's kids and youth. Proceeds will go towards the Omicron Xi Lambda Educational Foundation Scholarship Fund, so each step you take in this 5k run will help a young college student take a step towards a college education.
The city of Grandview is just 20 minutes south of downtown Kansas City, MO. Come experience a fantastic early summer run to fund scholarships for the next generation.
Events
Weather
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
87°
Typical Low
68°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lees Summit Muni Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
25,821
as of 2023
Elevation
990 ft
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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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.
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