Race for the Future 5K Run/Walk
Race for the Future 5K Run/Walk was a running race held on October 10, 2026 in Lees Summit, MO, with entry fees from $10 to $35.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (Race complete)
- Location
- 2600 SW Ward Rd, Lees Summit, MO
- Price
- $10–$35
- Sport
- Running
This race has already happened.
It was held on October 10, 2026. Registration for this edition is closed.
From the Organizer
Join us for the 30th Race for the Future 5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash to benefit the Lee's Summit Educational Foundation.
Run or walk a 5K course beginning at the Lee's Summit West Activity Complex (2600 SW Ward Rd., LSMO) on Saturday, October 10.
Arrival and day of registrations will be from 7:30-8am, 5k starts at 8:00 a.m. Please pre-register via this website. Sign up by September 27 to receive a t-shirt!
The top three LSR7 schools with highest participation will receive grants from LSEF up to $1,000!
Special Thanks to our Event Sponsor: Vinny & Associates | Keller Williams Realty
Registration Options
5k Run/Walk: Select the appropriate option (LSR7 Student OR 5k Run/Walk Participant).
Dream Partner/Virtual Participant: Support the event, but sleep in or run the 5k on your own time!
Kids Dash: Fun run on the track for kiddos up to 6th grade. This can be added onto a 5k registration.
Kids Dash will begin on the track at the conclusion of the 5K Run/Walk (typically between 8:30 and 9 a.m.). Children will run in groups with like-aged kids. The oldest children will run approximately 200 meters (half lap). The youngest children will run approximately 50 meters.
5K registration is not included with a Kids Dash registration. Please sign up for the 5K and the Kids Dash if you'd like to participate in both events.
Choose the Kids Dash with T-shirt option if you want a t-shirt. Registrations must be received by September 27 to receive a t-shirt.
Please note that the youth shirts run small. You might want to size up.
If you noted that you want your race packets delivered to an LSR7 school, those will be sent to schools on Wednesday, October 7th.
Otherwise, Packet Pick up will be at Stansberry Leadership Center (301 NE Tudor LSMO 64086):
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8th between 3:00 - 5:30 pm
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9th between 9:00 am - noon
SATURDAY (Race Day) October 10th: between 7:00 - 7:45 am near the concession stand at LSW. All packets must be picked up no later than 7:45 am on Race Day if you are participating in the Race.
This event was originally established to also honor the memory of former LSR7 student, Carrie Foresee.
You may contribute to Carrie's scholarship fund through LSEF by clicking here.
Select the one-time donation option, and then choose Carrie Foresee Memorial Scholarship from the Donation Designation drop-down menu.
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About Lees Summit, MO
Population
102,583
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,017 ft
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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In The Books
Race for the Future 5K Run/Walk was held on October 10, 2026 at 2600 SW Ward Rd, Lees Summit, MO. Registration for this edition is closed — but there is always another start line.
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