Neewollah 5K and 10K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- PO Box 311, Independence, KS
- Distance
- 5K · 10K · Fun Run
From the Organizer
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
8:00-9:30am Registration
10:00am Race begins or last 5k/10k runner crosses the finish line
Only for children 12 years of age or younger
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 & over
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
69°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Independence, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Independence, KS
Population
8,469
as of 2023
Elevation
786 ft
Nearest Airport
JLN
Joplin Regional Airport · 67 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 72 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Neewollah 5K and 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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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.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Neewollah 5K and 10K?
- Neewollah 5K and 10K is a running race held in Independence, Kansas on October 24, 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 Neewollah 5K and 10K?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Independence, Kansas at PO Box 311, Independence, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Neewollah 5K and 10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Neewollah 5K and 10K
Oct 24, 2026