Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- August 15–16, 2026
- Distance
- Military Matters VeteRUN 5K · Military Matters VeteRUN Kids Fun Run · Military Matters VeteRUN VIRTUAL Run
From the Organizer
Welcome to the Annual Military Matters VeteRUN 5k!
Anyone can run/walk in support of Military Matters! We will be hosting multiple organizations who support our local veterans, and will have fun family activities available for all who attend.
Proceeds from the 5k will go to Military Matters, a program that fills the gap in legal services to military service members and veterans. To learn more about the program visit militarymatterskc.org.
Racecourse: See below for a map of the racecourse. PLEASE NOTE: We have updated the race course to be the same start/end point to ensure better accuracy of your race times. Please take caution if you plan to run/walk with a stroller or wheelchair as the route is typical sidewalk-width.
T-Shirts & Swag:
PLEASE NOTE: We hope to be able to provide each participant with a t-shirt, however please be understanding if we run out.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Presenting Sponsors
Bounds Law LLC
Gold Sponsors
TBD
Silver Sponsors
Reed Automotive Group
Stout Law, LLC
Bronze Sponsor
Stephaine M. Smith, Chartered
Courtney M. Stout
Race Information:
Packet Pick-Up:
Packet pick-up will take place the morning of the race, August 15, starting at 7:00AM.
NOTE: Register by August 1 to receive a t-shirt.
Schedule: August 15, 2026
7:00AM - Race Day Registration Opens/Packet Pick-Up
8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
8:45 AM - Kids fun run following the 5k
9:00 AM - Awards on the North Lawn
Awards:
Awards will be given to the top overall female and male, the top overall female and male veteran, and the top males and females in each age group (19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).
Animals/Pets:
Services animals only.
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
89°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kansas City Downtown Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kansas City, MO
Population
508,233
as of 2023
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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- August 15–16, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk?
- Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Kansas City, Missouri on August 15, 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 Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri at The National WWI Museum and Memorial, Kansas City, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Military Matters VeteRUN 5K Run/Walk
Aug 15, 2026