4 running events in Warrensburg, Missouri

Summer Scramble 5K/10K

Saturday, July 25, 2026 • 8:00 AM

Warrensburg, Missouri

Beat the heat and kick off your morning with the Summer Scramble 5K/10K, a fun midsummer race hosted by Chasing Happiness Race Co.

The race will start at the UCM Soccer Stadium on DD Highway in Warrensburg, Missouri and take runners onto the Spirit Trail, a paved running and walking path that makes for a smooth and accessible course for runners and walkers of all levels.

Whether you're chasing a PR, getting in a summer training run, or just looking for a great way to start your Saturday morning, the Summer Scramble is designed to be simple, fun, and welcoming for everyone.

The paved Spirit Trail makes this a great race for beginners, experienced runners, and families alike.

Come scramble some summer miles and chase happiness with us!

Race Details

Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026

Start Time: 8:00 AM

Location: UCM Soccer Stadium – DD Highway, Warrensburg, MO

Distances: 5K and 10K

Surface: Paved trail

Swag: Finisher Medal & Event T-Shirt

The 25th annual Run for Freedom 5K and 10K, sponsored by the West Central Missouri Veterans Assistance League (VAL), will be at 8 a.m. Sept. 19 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. Runners from all over West Central Missouri and Eastern Kansas participate in this event to help enhance the lives of the veterans who live at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg.

This event offers a 5K and 10K run that is USATF certified and uses a professional timing company to document running times. Participants are allowed to walk the race as well and is family-friendly.

Medals are presented to the top three finishers in each age category for the run by the veterans who live at the home. They love being able to give back to those who are instrumental in making the final chapters of their lives better.

Proceeds from this event go towards programs that improve the quality of life for our veterans. This includes everything from receiving prize money at every bingo game held, enjoying an ice cold beer or glass of wine at our weekly happy hour, listening to the sound of live music, tasting amazing food like steak, shrimp and lobster and going on outings all over Missouri.

This is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those who have done so much for our freedom and for our country. Come Run for Freedom!

Please register by September 9th to secure your free race t-shirt!

🌳 13th Annual Get Outdoors 6.6k 🌲

Saturday, September 26th | Watkins Mill State Park

Join us at Watkins Mill State Park for a race that’s as welcoming as beautiful. Our certified trail loops around the 100-acre Williams Creek Lake, weaving through forested paths dressed in fall colors. It’s an ideal course for all paces; whether you’re aiming for a personal record, walking with friends, or taking breaks to enjoy the lake and the vibrant fall setting.

🏁 The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! Stick around for music, delicious bites from local food trucks, family-friendly activities, and exciting prizes.

📅 Race Day Details:

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026

Start Time: 8:00 AM

Check-In: Opens at 7:00 AM

🎽 What’s Included:

Each race package comes with:

6.6k Event T-shirt

Race Bib

Finisher’s Medal

Two Guided Tour Passes to experience the Watkins Woolen Mill & Home

💲 Registration Options:

$35 — Early Bird Special (through Sept. 16, includes shirt)

$40 — After Sept. 16 (no shirt included)

$45 — Race Day (no shirt included)

$30 — Kids 5–12 (full package before Sept. 16)

FREE — Kids under 5 (no package)

(Spots fill fast! Secure your shirt before Sept. 16!)

📦 Packet Pick-Up Options:

1️⃣ Friday, September 25 | 6:00–7:00 PM

📍 Woodneath Library Center | 8900 NE Flintlock Rd, Kansas City, MO 64157

2️⃣ Saturday, September 26 | 7:00 AM

📍 Watkins Mill State Park | 26600 Park Road North, Lawson, MO 64062

⚠️ Course Note:

Due to a bridge closure, the course will again be 6.6 kilometers instead of 6 kilometers this year.

🌟 Why It Matters

All proceeds benefit Watkins Woolen Mill State Park and Historic Site! The Watkins Mill Association is proud to support the preservation, education, and celebration of the Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site, a National Historic Landmark that tells the story of Missouri’s past. Your participation directly funds these efforts.

You can learn more at WatkinsMill.org.

✨ Lace up, bring the family, and join us at the starting line! 🏁