
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO (31) is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Kansas City, MO, with entry fees from $30 to $65.
From the Organizer
US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
Events
Weather
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
88°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Olathe Johnson Co Exec Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
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
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO (31), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
19
Days to train
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Kansas City than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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 (FAQs)
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO (31)
Aug 1, 2026