Hospital Hill Run 2026 — Kansas City, MO

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Kansas City, MO
Venue
2450 Grand Blvd.
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $135.00
Events
Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual 10K, Virtual 5K
Includes
Commemorative Apparel Item
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Entry fees for the Hospital Hill Run range from $30 to $135, depending on your chosen distance and registration timing. Held in Kansas City, Missouri on May 16, 2026, this running event offers five distance options to suit different fitness levels: 1 mile, 5K, 6.2 miles, 10K, and half marathon. The race starts at 7:00 AM from the venue at 2450 Grand Boulevard. Whether you're looking for a short warm-up effort or tackling the longer half-marathon distance, Hospital Hill Run provides a straightforward option for endurance athletes traveling to Kansas City for spring racing.

From the Race Organizer
Due to activities surrounding the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Kansas City, the 2026 Hospital Hill Run will be run on an earlier date in May. Take part in “The Kansas City Running Tradition,” and participate in the Grandfather of all Kansas City Road Races. Join the thousands of runners from across the country and the world who have Conquered the Hill! All participants receive one-of-a-kind swag, including a unique finisher's medal, participant bib, and a commemorative apparel item. In addition, finishers receive finish-line food and drink, on-course entertainment, a great post-race party, and much more! For those wanting to share in the tradition but are unable to attend in person, we offer the Hospital Hill Run Virtual Race option for all three distances. We hope that you can experience everything this event has to offer in person. However, we understand that sometimes participating in person is impossible, but you still want to participate in the event and receive our unique swag. Continui

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hospital Hill Run 2026 — Kansas City, MO?

Hospital Hill Run 2026 — Kansas City, MO takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Kansas City, Missouri.

Where is Hospital Hill Run 2026 — Kansas City, MO held?

Hospital Hill Run 2026 — Kansas City, MO is held at 2450 Grand Blvd. in Kansas City, Missouri.

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