
Neewollah 5K and 10K is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Independence, KS, with an entry fee of $25.
Certified 5K and 10K Runs will start at 8:30AM with registration starting at 7:00AM
More information available at www.neewollah.com.
5K &10K
7:00-8:15am Registration
8:30am Races begins
Immediately following Fun Run is an Awards Presentation
Fun Run/Walk
Online Registration is only open to children who attend Independence school's grades K-8th. A free t-shirt will be provided for the first 200 students who register by no later than Friday, September 25th AND who check-in on race day. Please check the Neewollah website for the printable registration form for students in 9th-12th grade and/or adults for information on how to purchase t-shirts.
Special Notes
Refreshments provided after race
Race takes place rain or shine
Stick around after the race and enjoy the Chili Cook-Off and Dessert Contest
Race day packet pickup only
No Dogs Allowed in the 5K, 10K, or Fun Run
Awards Given - 5K & 10K
Male & Female overall Winner each race
Top 3 in each Age Group Male & Female
12 & under (5K Only)
13 thru 18
19 thru 29
30 thru 39
40 thru 49
50 thru 59
60 thru 69
70 and over
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race day
Saturday, 10/24
High
76°
Low
54°
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
0%
Wind
5 to 9 mph
Population
8,469
as of 2023
City Elevation
786 ft
Nearest Airport
JLN
Joplin Regional Airport · 67 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 72 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Neewollah 5K and 10K
Oct 24, 2026