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Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk

Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk is a running race on January 17, 2027 in Kansas City, MO, with entry fees from $12 to $28.

Date
January 17, 2027 (70 days to go)
Price
$12–$28
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Team Coffee or Team Cocoa? Pick your side and get ready to battle it out at the 13th Annual Battle of the Bean 5K at Red Bridge Shopping Center in South Kansas City!

Run for your team, then warm up with hot coffee and hot chocolate after the race! All 5K participants receive a finisher medal and can compete for overall and age-group awards.

Choose your Battle of the Bean swag with one of three registration options: Medal Only, Medal + Mug, or Medal + Long Sleeve + Mug.

Packet Pickup 

Date: 1/16

Time: 12-6pm 

Location: KC Running Company - 200 E. 135th St, Kansas City, MO 64145

You can also pick up your packet on race morning starting at 7:00am 

If you do not pick up your packet at packet pickup or at the race, we cannot guarantee that a shirt will be available in the size you selected after the race.

Events

Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk$28
Jelly Bean Dash (kids 8 and under)$12

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

38°

Typical Low

20°

Chance of Rain

19%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Olathe 3e, 10 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:34 AMSunset 5:22 PMDaylight 9h 48m

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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

70

Days to train

Race
Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk
Date
January 17, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk?
Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Kansas City, Missouri on January 17, 2027. 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 Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk?
Sunday, January 17, 2027 in Kansas City, Missouri at 11128 Holmes Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Battle of the Bean 5K Run/Walk

Jan 17, 2027

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