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ATSU Founders Day Race

ATSU Founders Day Race is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Kirksville, MO, with an entry fee of $15.

Date
October 17, 2026 (50 days to go)
Price
$15
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

ATSU Founders Day
Connect with fellow runners/walkers while celebrating the foundation of A.T. Still University! The race is a fun and energizing event designed to support both your health and the Kirksville Preferred Merchants (KPM) Scholarship. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are residents of Northeast Missouri and demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership, and potential in their health care careers. Whether you run, jog, or walk, this event is about embracing movement, reducing stress, and building a healthier lifestyle—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Event Details:
Date: October 17th
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Meeting and ending at the Thompson Campus Center, 210 S. Osteopathy St. Kirksville MO.  

Regular physical activity is essential for long-term wellness, and this event is the perfect opportunity to get active in a supportive and uplifting environment. Feel the benefits of movement, fresh air, and connection with others as you take on this race at your own pace.

Perks for Participants:
All in-person participants receive a race T-shirt, enjoy nutritious post-race refreshments, and are entered for exciting door prizes! Top 3 5K runners will receive a medal based on their gender and age divisions. 5K first overall man and woman will receive a plaque, 2K first overall participant will receive a plaque as well. After the race, unwind with a rejuvenating soft tissue massage provided by the SAAO Stretch Clinic, helping to promote muscle recovery, relaxation, and overall well-being. 

Events

ATSU Founder Day 5K$15
ATSU Founders Day 2K$15

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

64°

Typical Low

43°

Chance of Rain

28%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Kirksville, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:23 AMSunset 6:27 PMDaylight 11h 4m

Host City

About Kirksville, MO

Population

17,493

as of 2023

City Elevation

956 ft

Nearest Airport

IRK

Kirksville Regional Airport · 7 mi

Major Hub

DSM

Des Moines International Airport · 108 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

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at ATSU Founders Day Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

50

Days to train

Race
ATSU Founders Day Race
Date
October 17, 2026

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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.

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ATSU Founders Day Race?
ATSU Founders Day Race is a running race held in Kirksville, Missouri on October 17, 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 ATSU Founders Day Race?
Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Kirksville, Missouri at 210 South Osteopathy. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the ATSU Founders Day Race?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

ATSU Founders Day Race

Oct 17, 2026

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