Tower 2 Tower 5K 2027 — Lenexa, KS

Date
May 1, 2027
Location
Lenexa, KS
Venue
10747 Renner Blvd
Start Time
5:00 AM
Sunrise
6:19 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $35.00
Events
Tower 2 Tower 5K (in-person), Virtual Tower 2 Tower 5K, Team Registration
Includes
T-Shirt & Water Bottle | T-Shirt

On May 1, 2027, Tower 2 Tower 5K hosts a 1-mile running event in Lenexa, Kansas at 10747 Renner Blvd. The race starts at 5:00 AM, making it an early-morning option for runners looking to get their miles in before the day fully begins. Entry fees range from $15 to $35. This distance works well as a shorter competitive effort, a warm-up, or a casual morning run. If you're traveling to the Lenexa area for racing, you'll want accommodation within easy driving distance of the venue to make that pre-dawn start manageable.

From the Race Organizer
Celebrate National Drinking Water Week with WaterOne while supporting Water for People, a non-profit organization that provides clean, safe drinking water for those in countries who need it most. The race takes you from WaterOne's water tower, to the City of Olathe's water tower and back, for a 5K like no other! Join us in person or virtually from anywhere in the world and help us raise awareness for water. Tower2Tower5K.org

Course & Travel Notes

At 948 feet elevation, Tower 2 Tower 5K offers relatively modest altitude with minimal acclimatization concerns for pacing adjustments. The race begins at 5:00 AM, about 1.5 hours before sunrise at 6:21 AM on May 1st, so plan accordingly for headlamp visibility during the early start. Expect typical spring weather with highs around 74°F and lows near 56°F, though there's roughly a 38% chance of measurable rain on race day. Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) is located 16.5 miles from the Lenexa venue and serves as the nearest air travel option for participants.

⛰️ 948 ft elevation☀️ Typically 74°F / 56°F · 38% chance of rain✈️ Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) — 16.5 mi

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Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for May 1.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lenexa, KS. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Tower 2 Tower 5K 2027 — Lenexa, KS?

Tower 2 Tower 5K 2027 — Lenexa, KS takes place on May 1, 2027. The race is held in Lenexa, Kansas.

Where is Tower 2 Tower 5K 2027 — Lenexa, KS held?

Tower 2 Tower 5K 2027 — Lenexa, KS is held at 10747 Renner Blvd in Lenexa, Kansas.

Where can I find hotels near Tower 2 Tower 5K 2027 — Lenexa, KS?

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