The Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K
- Date
- June 28, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K Run/Walk · Kids Fun Run & more
From the Organizer
You will have it made in the shade at this fun event celebrating Summer, at Longview Lake Beach! The Sunglass Run 5K is an event for the whole family with a 5K run/walk and kids run afterwards! All participants in the 5k will receive a finishers medal and a pair of Goodr brand sunglasses! 5K participants will receive a pair of the popular Goodr sunglasses that are designed to keep you looking cool while being active! Instead of preselecting a style from a limited set of options when you register, you will pick your style from a broader selection at packet pickup on a first come, first served basis. If you don't need sunglasses, you can opt out and save $12. Participants can also add an event shirt if they like for just $8! Sign up today and help us raise funds for our charity partner, Zero Reasons Why.
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
29%
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
20
Days to train
- Race
- The Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K
- Date
- June 28, 2026
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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 Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K?
- The Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K is a running race held in Kansas City, Missouri on June 28, 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 Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K?
- Sunday, June 28, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri at 11101 Raytown Road, Kansas City, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Sunglasses Run 5K & 10K
Jun 28, 2026