Course & Elevation

The Kansas City Marathon features a scenic loop course that showcases the city's most iconic neighborhoods including Union Station, the Country Club Plaza, and the River Market. The route traverses urban streets and parks with only moderate elevation changes, making it accessible to runners of varying abilities while offering genuine Kansas City character throughout.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 13°C

Humidity 65%

Rain Chance 25%

Mid-October Kansas City offers comfortable fall running conditions with mild temperatures and lower humidity. Clear skies and dry conditions are typical, making for fast racing with excellent visibility.

Registration

Registration Opens January

Registration Closes September

Entry Cost $129-$179

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The Kansas City Marathon has raised over $8 million for local nonprofits through its charity partner program since its inception.
▸ The race starts and finishes in front of Union Station, one of the largest and most beautiful Beaux-Arts buildings in the United States.
▸ Kansas City is famous for its barbecue, and the race includes water stations featuring local BBQ restaurant sponsors.
▸ The marathon course is completely loop-based, meaning no net elevation gain makes it ideal for first-time marathoners.

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