Events in Lenexa, Kansas | 2026-2027

B.E.A.R.D. 5K /10K [mwerc.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Feb 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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B.E.A.R.D. (Building Endurance and Running Dreams) 5K/10K

Join us for the 2nd Annual B.E.A.R.D. 5K/10K on Saturday, February 28th at 8:00am at in honor of our fellow runner, Scott Green, a.k.a the...

B.E.A.R.D. (Building Endurance and Running Dreams) 5K/10K

Join us for the 2nd Annual B.E.A.R.D. 5K/10K on Saturday, February 28th at 8:00am at in honor of our fellow runner, Scott Green, a.k.a the Bearded Runner. Scott was diagnosed in 2023 with Stage 4 Colon Cancer that metastasized to the liver, abdominal wall, lungs, left hip, the skull, and soft tissue around the right eye. Scott lost his battle on March 23, 2024. Scott loved the running community in Kansas City and always did whatever he could to improve it, from volunteering at races to just being a friendly face at group runs and sharing the BeardedRunner discount code. While enduring his chemo and radiation treatments, Scott continued to stay active and on March 10, 2024, Scott accomplished his goal of 300 lifetime races at the inaugural B.E.A.R.D. 5K/10K.

B.E.A.R.D. 5K/10K is more than just a race — it's a celebration of resilience and the power of community. Join us as we honor Scott and celebrate the lives of all those affected by cancer. With its scenic 5K course and electrifying atmosphere, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience that combines passion, fitness, and memories that will stay with you long after the finish line.

ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:

Your very own beard! Like Scott, some of you have your own beards so you can just wear those. :)

Sweet Swag including Short Sleeve Event Shirt* & Custom Finisher's Medal*

Finisher Teddy Bear for Registrants 12 and Under.

Beautiful Course with Paved Trail

After Party with Music

FREE Parking

Fun For the Whole Family!

100% of donations made through the event's "DONATE" link will go directly to Ainsley's Angels. Your support is greatly appreciated!

*shirt and medals not guaranteed after 2/13/26

5k 10k Run Trail
Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States
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Tower 2 Tower 5K [tower2tower5k.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, May 02, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Celebrate National Drinking Water Week with WaterOne while supporting Water for People, a non-profit organization that provides clean, safe drinking water for those in countries who need it most. The...

Celebrate National Drinking Water Week with WaterOne while supporting Water for People, a non-profit organization that provides clean, safe drinking water for those in countries who need it most. The race takes you from WaterOne's water tower, to the City of Olathe's water tower and back, for a 5K like no other! Join us in person or virtually from anywhere in the world and help us raise awareness for water.

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3.1 Miles 5k Run Virtual
10747 Renner Blvd, Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States
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Shawnee Mission Park Adventure Race [runsignup.com]
Sun, May 17, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Come take a hike off the beaten path of the most visited park in the state of Kansas at the 2024 Shawnee Mission Park Adventure Race. Racers will enjoy hundreds of acres of nature, hiking, and biking...

Come take a hike off the beaten path of the most visited park in the state of Kansas at the 2024 Shawnee Mission Park Adventure Race. Racers will enjoy hundreds of acres of nature, hiking, and biking trails, as well as beautifully preserved prairie grasslands. The park sits along the Mill Creek Streamway Park with 17+ miles of paved trails extending from the Kansas River down to Olathe, Kansas, designated as a National Recreation Trail in 2010. The race will happen rain or shine, so ensure you are prepared for any type of weather. Looking for a little adventure? Check out the 2-hour race that is all on foot and open to solos and teams. Have a bike and ready to crush the mountain bike trails? Check out the 6-hour race that will have racers trekking, biking, and paddling their way through the park. The team that completes all the checkpoints (or more than other teams) with the fastest time will win the race.

2-hour racers will trek to all of their checkpoints and may encounter a few extra challenges along the way. This course is designed for the beginner, but you may encounter a few difficult challenges. Racers will need to be prepared for 6-8 miles of trekking on paved trails as well as through brush, trees, and maybe even water.

6-hour racers will receive topographic maps with all checkpoints pre-plotted at packet pickup on race morning. The race will include trekking both on and off hiking trails, biking on single track and paved trails, paddling on the lake, all while orienteering through the park. Racers should be prepared for 20+ miles of biking, 10 miles of hiking, and 1-2 miles of paddling.

There will be several checkpoints that are mandatory (transition areas), but most are not. A team could choose to skip checkpoints and shorten the course and still have an official finish, though probably not place in the top 10. Both courses you will have access ONLY to the gear, food and drink that you have on your bike or in your pack. Checkpoints for the 6-hour Course will be on Topographic maps. The maps are pre-plotted topographic maps from mytopo.com. Your team will need a basic understanding of terrain features and distance measure. There will be very few rules of travel, teams will choose their own route/strategy (with mode of travel specified for checkpoints).

Please note that this event is self-supported meaning you carry with you, all that you need: water, food, first aid, etc. Maps will be distributed on the morning of the event at check in.

Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns to Race Director, Katy Renner at kathryn.renner@jocogov.org

Boats, paddles, and life jackets for the 6-hour race will be provided.

5 Miles 25 Miles Trail
7900 Renner Road, Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States
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TRI913 Youth Triathlon CAMP [runsignup.com]
Mon, Jun 08, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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Are you looking for something unique that empowers, develops character and inspires your kids? Then join Ironman World Championship Athlete & Coach, Josh Wolf and USA Triathlon Race Director & Coach...

Are you looking for something unique that empowers, develops character and inspires your kids? Then join Ironman World Championship Athlete & Coach, Josh Wolf and USA Triathlon Race Director & Coach Katy Renner for our popular youth triathlon camp! Camp will focus on the fundamentals of swimming, biking, and running. Athletes must bring their own bike, helmet, and gear for each sport. All participants in this camp must be able to swim 25 meters unassisted. Contact Katy at 913-826-2964 for more details.

Run Swim Triathlon
7900 Renner Road, Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States
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Lenexa Freedom Run [lenexa.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Kick off your Independence Day celebrations ahead of schedule by joining us for a 5K or 10K run at Old Town Lenexa!

Experience this family-friendly event, where over 1,600 participants come together...

Kick off your Independence Day celebrations ahead of schedule by joining us for a 5K or 10K run at Old Town Lenexa!

Experience this family-friendly event, where over 1,600 participants come together for an unforgettable 4th of July experience. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or pushing a stroller, all are welcome to take part in this race celebrating the 4th of July!

You will receive a complementary Freedom Run T-shirt, while supplies last. We will honor size requests to the extent possible. Finisher medals are optional and cost $5. Plaques will be given out to first place finishers and medals given to 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age division. There are 16 different age divisions for both male and female in the 5K race. There are 8 different age divisions for both male and female in the 10K race. No refunds will be given.

Packet pickup

There are two options for picking up your race packet:

July 3, 2026: from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, 9301 Pflumm Rd., Lenexa, KS 66215

July 4, 2026: from 5:30 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. at the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, 9301 Pflumm Rd., Lenexa, KS 66215

5k 10k Run Walk
9301 Pflumm Road, Lenexa, Kansas, 66215, United States
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Moonlight Bike Ride [lenexa.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sun, Jul 19, 2026 at 10:00 PM

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Enjoy an 11-mile, closed-course bike ride from Old Town Lenexa through the Meritex caves. Decorate your bicycle in lights for this fun family ride! You will receive a Moonlight Bike Ride T-shirt,...

Enjoy an 11-mile, closed-course bike ride from Old Town Lenexa through the Meritex caves. Decorate your bicycle in lights for this fun family ride! You will receive a Moonlight Bike Ride T-shirt, while supplies last. We will honor size requests to the extent possible.

“Light the Night” - bicycle-decorating contest

Decorate your bike in fun lights and enter into the Light the Night contest. Judging is at 9:30 p.m. at the start line of the race. (Prizes given to top 3 winners!)

Pancake Breakfast

Stick around for a tasty pancake breakfast after the ride ($8/$10 at the door).

Permitted Bikes

Participants must ride a two- or three-wheeled bicycle to participate.

Class 1 E-Bikes are also permitted. For any questions or to request accommodations beyond these guidelines, please contact us at rlatta@lenexa.com.

Not Permitted

Throttled Bicycles

Hover Boards

Motorized Scooters

A helmet must be worn, and your bicycle must have a front light and rear reflector. Rear lights are suggested.

Ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Packet pickup

July 17, 2026: 4–7 p.m. at Old Town Activity Center (9301 Pflumm Rd., Lenexa, KS 66215).

July 18, 2026: 8–9:30 p.m. in front of the Old Town shops (Pflumm Road and Santa Fe Trail Drive).

No refunds will be given.

11 Miles Cycling Trail
Santa Fe Trail Drive & Pflumm Road, Lenexa, Kansas, 66215, United States
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Time to TRI - Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon CLINIC [runsignup.com]
Mon, Jul 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM

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Join local Kansas City USAT and Ironman coaches for a one-of-a-kind clinic that will prepare you to conquer the dam hill on August 2nd. The clinic will cover all aspects of the Shawnee Mission...

Join local Kansas City USAT and Ironman coaches for a one-of-a-kind clinic that will prepare you to conquer the dam hill on August 2nd. The clinic will cover all aspects of the Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon with a short open water swim session, riding the bike course, running the run course, and opportunities to work on transitions.

All participants need to bring their own tow buoy in order to participate in the open water swim portion of the clinic.

Duathlon Open Water Run Swim Triathlon
7900 Renner Road, Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States
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Shawnee Mission Triathlon and Duathlon [jcprd.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sun, Aug 02, 2026 at 6:30 AM

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There are seven days in a week and “someday” isn’t one of them. Make the commitment to become a triathlete or duathlete today! The Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon takes athletes throughout the...

There are seven days in a week and “someday” isn’t one of them. Make the commitment to become a triathlete or duathlete today! The Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon takes athletes throughout the most visited park in the state that serves as a 1,250-acre urban refuge. Additionally, the course joins the Mill Creek Streamway Trail offering asphalt pathways snaking along the stream and through hillside forests. With five different events including relays, there is something for every athlete ranging in experience from first timer to the seasoned veteran. The Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon is featured as the USA Triathlon Kansas State Championship event with the top 35% of finishers in the Short Course and Olympic Triathlons qualifying for USA Triathlon Nationals.

COURSE OPTIONS

Triathlon - Olympic

1500 meter swim, 27 mile bike (6 laps), and a 6.1 mile run

Triathlon - Long

1000 meter swim, 18 mile bike (4 laps), and 4.68 mile run

Triathlon - Short

500 meter swim, 9 mile bike (2 laps), and 3.1 mile run

Triathlon - Super Sprint (athletes 11 and older)

200 meter swim, 4.5 mile bike (1 lap), and 2.25 mile run

Duathlon

3.1 mile run, 13.5 mile bike (3 laps), 3.1 mile run

The duathlon race begins on the main park road near the check-in tent. The run segments will take place on the main park road and the Mill Creek Streamway Trail. The first run course will be in a loop going in a counterclockwise direction, and the second run course will be the same loop but in a clockwise direction. The bike segment will consist of three laps around the park on the main park road.

USAT-Sanctioned Para Friendly Race

The Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon has again been designated by the USA Triathlon Paratriathlon Committee as “Paratriathlon Friendly”. Athletes wishing to race in this division will register under "Individual Adaptive Open Division".

Interested in learning more about this Paratriathlon friendly race or want to sign up? Contact Katy Renner at Kathryn.Renner@jocogov.org or 913-826-2964 for more information.

Athena and Clydesdale Categories

The triathlon races in this event hosts Athena divisions for women and Clydesdale divisions for men. The minimum weight for men is 220 pounds and for women is 165 pounds. The age categories for these divisions for men and women will be 39 years of age and under, and 40 years of age and over. Participants are not eligible to compete in these divisions and in an age group division at the same event.

Duathlon Paratriathlon Run Swim Trail Triathlon
Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States
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Tale of Two Trails [teamsparklekc.com] [Register at ultrasignup.com] - Facebook - Instagram
Sat, Oct 03, 2026

Trail Ultra
7900 Renner Rd Shelter 8, Lenexa, Kansas, 66220, United States
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Tour de Trail: Shawnee Mission Park South [teamsparklekc.com] [Register at ultrasignup.com] - Facebook - Instagram
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 at 7:30 AM

10k Trail
7900 Renner Rd, Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States
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