Pirates ROCK End-of-Year Celebration + Sharpen the Saw Challenge – Kansas City, MO 2026

Date
May 1, 2026
Location
Kansas City, MO
Venue
Barry-Platte Park
Start Time
5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free – $0.00
Events
Pirates ROCK End-of-Year Celebration + Sharpen the Saw Challenge
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The Pirates ROCK End-of-Year Celebration + Sharpen the Saw Challenge is a free obstacle course event held in Kansas City, Missouri at Barry-Platte Park on May 1, 2026. The race starts at 5:00 PM, making it an evening event for athletes looking to test their obstacle course skills without entry fees. This event combines celebration with competition, offering endurance athletes a chance to tackle obstacles as part of the Pirates ROCK series finale. Whether you're training for longer obstacle course races or looking for a fun way to cap off your spring season, this no-cost option at a centrally located Kansas City park provides accessible racing opportunity for the local endurance community.

From the Race Organizer
Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 Time: 5-7 pm, with Pirates ROCK Character Recognition Ceremony at 6 pm Come join us for this fun event where we challenge students to do their best and celebrate their great character! The challenge course will include multiple character trait stations for students to complete and will take between 20-30 minutes. Participants can complete the course as many times as they'd like between 5-7pm. Arrive when you're able! Student participants will receive a finisher medal upon completion of the course! All participants will receive: Access to participate in the Challenge Course Healthy snacks and a drink Access to other fun activities Free to everyone, rain or shine. PCR-3 activities are alcohol/tobacco-free. This is a family event. The event ends promptly at 7pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Pirates ROCK End-of-Year Celebration + Sharpen the Saw Challenge – Kansas City, MO 2026?

Pirates ROCK End-of-Year Celebration + Sharpen the Saw Challenge – Kansas City, MO 2026 takes place on May 1, 2026. The race is held in Kansas City, Missouri.

Where is Pirates ROCK End-of-Year Celebration + Sharpen the Saw Challenge – Kansas City, MO 2026 held?

Pirates ROCK End-of-Year Celebration + Sharpen the Saw Challenge – Kansas City, MO 2026 is held at Barry-Platte Park in Kansas City, Missouri.

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