Shawnee Mission School District Staff 5K Walk/Run – Overland Park, KS 2026

Date
May 2, 2026
Location
Overland Park, KS
Venue
Shawnee Mission South High School Stadium
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free – $0.00
Events
Shawnee Mission School District Staff 5k Walk/Run
Includes
T-Shirt-CUT OFF DATE 4/9 5:00pm-NO shirts after that date
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This is a 5K run/walk hosted by the Shawnee Mission School District, taking place May 2, 2026, in Overland Park, Kansas. The event starts at 9:00 AM at Shawnee Mission South High School Stadium. Entry is free, making it an accessible option for runners and walkers of all levels looking to compete or participate without registration costs. The early morning start time suits those who prefer to knock out their race effort before the day heats up. As a school district-sponsored event, this race draws from the local community and offers a straightforward racing experience.

From the Race Organizer
This free event is to celebrate the health and wellbeing of Shawnee Mission School District staff and their family members. *This event is closed to the general public. All SMSD staff members and their immediate families are invited. Children 8 years of age and up are allowed to register for the 5K event. Children under 8 are allowed to participate in the 5K, but must be with an adult at all times while on the race course. Strollers are welcome. Start and finish line is in the Shawnee Mission South stadium with 5K route on the Indian Creek Trail. Pre-race activities start at 8:45am. Race starts at 9:00am. Stay after the 5K for family fun, healthy lifestyle vendor booths and prize giveaways. All SMSD staff members should complete an individual registration so your building participation is counted. This event is free, but we encourage donations to the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation. A link to their giving page can be found at the top of this page. Thank you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Shawnee Mission School District Staff 5K Walk/Run – Overland Park, KS 2026?

Shawnee Mission School District Staff 5K Walk/Run – Overland Park, KS 2026 takes place on May 2, 2026. The race is held in Overland Park, Kansas.

Where is Shawnee Mission School District Staff 5K Walk/Run – Overland Park, KS 2026 held?

Shawnee Mission School District Staff 5K Walk/Run – Overland Park, KS 2026 is held at Shawnee Mission South High School Stadium in Overland Park, Kansas.

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