KC Pet Project 5K – Kansas City, MO 2026

Date
April 18, 2026
Location
Kansas City, MO
Venue
7077 Elmwood Avenue
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $45.00
Events
KC Pet Project 5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The KC Pet Project 5K is a 5-kilometer running event held in Kansas City, Missouri on April 18, 2026. The race starts at 8:00 AM from 7077 Elmwood Avenue. Entry fees range from $30 to $45. This is an organized running event that supports the KC Pet Project. If you're traveling to Kansas City for this race, you'll want accommodation close to the Elmwood Avenue venue for convenient pre-race logistics.

From the Race Organizer
Join KC Pet Project on Saturday, April 18, 2026 to compete in the KC Pet Project 5K! The race will take place in historic Swope Park, ending at our beautiful shelter! All registrants will receive a race bib and commemorative race medal. Registrants will also have the opportunity to bring their dog for an additional $15 fee and add a commemorative t-shirt for an additional $10 purchase. You can sign-up today for one of Kansas City’s favorite races and support the 16,000 homeless, abandoned, and often injured pets that will arrive at KC Pet Project each year. Don’t miss our 5th annual KC Pet Project 5K in Swope Park! For more information about KC Pet Project and to view adoptable pets, click here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is KC Pet Project 5K – Kansas City, MO 2026?

KC Pet Project 5K – Kansas City, MO 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026. The race is held in Kansas City, Missouri.

Where is KC Pet Project 5K – Kansas City, MO 2026 held?

KC Pet Project 5K – Kansas City, MO 2026 is held at 7077 Elmwood Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri.

Where can I find hotels near KC Pet Project 5K – Kansas City, MO 2026?

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