JOYRUN
When is JOYRUN?
JOYRUN takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Olathe, KS.
What distances does JOYRUN offer?
JOYRUN offers 4 events: 1 Mile Run, 1 Mile Walk, Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk, 5K.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
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| 1 Mile Run | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Walk | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk | 1.0 mi | $12.00 | Register |
| 5K | 3.1 mi | $30.00 | Register |
How much does JOYRUN cost?
Registration for JOYRUN starts at $12.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is JOYRUN held?
JOYRUN is held in Olathe, KS at 16050 Pflumm Road.
About JOYRUN
5K | 1 Mile Walk | 1 Mile Run | After Bash
Join us for our 4th annual JOYRUN supporting JoyKC! JoyKC is a nonprofit that provides free, faith-based programming for teens (ages 15+) and adults with disabilities in the Kansas City area. Click HERE to learn more about JoyKC. Thank you for supporting our mission!
Race Information
When: Saturday, September 26
Where: Heritage Park (Shelter 1) | 16050 Pflumm Road Olathe, KS 66062
Race Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
Packet Pick Up
PRE-RACE PICK-UP (strongly encouraged!)
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When: Thursday, September 24
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Time: 4:30-6:30pm
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Where: Community Covenant Church | 15700 W 87th St Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66219
RACE DAY PICK-UP
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When: Saturday, September 26
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Time: 8:00-8:45am
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Where: Heritage Park, Shelter 1 | 16050 Pflumm Road Olathe, KS 66062
5K
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$30 until March 31, $40 until September 1, $45 until Race Day!
1 Mile Walk + 1 Mile Run
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$25 till March 31, $35 till September 1, $40 until Race Day!
Kids 1 Mile Run or Walk (12 years old & under)
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$12 till March 31, $15 till September 1, $20 until Race Day!
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Kids under the age of 5 can participate at no cost.
IMPORTANT: Registration includes a t-shirt! Guaranteed t-shirts available to participants through September 1! You may also choose to opt out of receiving a t-shirt. In this case, funds that would have been used for your t-shirt will instead be donated to mission of JoyKC.
Individual and Team Fundraising
Join us in fundraising to support JoyKC's programing by becoming an individual fundraiser or setting up a team fundraiser. During race registration, you will have the opportunity to create a fundraising page, collect donations, and set personal or team Fundraiser goals!
After-Bash
All participants are invited to JOYRUN's After Bash Celebration immediately upon concluding race. Huge THANK YOU to this year's After-Bash Vendors:
Raffle
Check out our 2026 JOYRUN Raffle!
Early Bird Pricing = $15
Early Bird Prices available now through September 23!
Prices increase to $20 from September 24-September 26 (Race Day)!
Huge Thank you to our 2026 Race Sponsors!
Additional Race Day Information
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Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed.
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We will proceed "rain or shine!" Our event will be only delayed or canceled if conditions become dangerous.
Interested in Becoming a Race Sponsor?
Please contact JoyKC Race Organizer for more information.