Capital City Race
Sat, May 9, 2026, 3:00 AM CDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk through Jefferson City's landmarks while supporting mental health awareness and honoring a meaningful cause.
- Scenic
- For a Cause
Scenic
For a CauseJoin the fourth annual Capital City Race, offering a 5K, 10K, and Jefferson City’s first-ever Half Marathon. This event is dedicated to raising awareness for mental health and honors the memory of Jared Palmer. Enjoy routes showcasing the Capital City’s beloved landmarks, knowing every step supports a vital cause and strengthens the community.
What to expect
- Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Jefferson City’s first-ever Half Marathon.
- Enjoy routes that highlight the Capital City’s most beloved landmarks.
- Participants receive a race shirt, medal, bib, and swag bag.
Standout details
- Supports mental health awareness
- Honors Jared Palmer's memory
- Jefferson City’s first-ever Half Marathon
- Routes showcase Capital City landmarks
Perks & features
- Shirt
- Swag Included
Shirt
Swag IncludedFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
3 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
Half Marathon
1 option · closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
7d 11h 46m leftGeneral entry
Closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT · From $63.54
10K
1 option · closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
7d 11h 46m leftRace
Closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT · From $43.40
5K
1 option · closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
7d 11h 46m leftRace
Closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT · From $32.80
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
Join us for the fourth annual Capital City Race , an event dedicated to raising awareness for mental health and honoring the memory of Jared Palmer, who tragically lost his life to mental illness in November 2021.
Choose from a 5K , 10K , or Jefferson City’s first-ever Half Marathon and enjoy routes that showcase the Capital City’s most beloved landmarks. Whether you walk, jog, or run, every step you take supports mental health awareness and strengthens our community.
Race Details
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Start Time: 7:00 am
Location: Missouri State Capitol
Registration
Entry fees vary by race distance and include a race shirt , medal , bib , and swag bag . Guaranteed only to participants who register by May 1, 2026.
Packet Pickup
Pre-Race: Friday, May 8, 2026 | 4:00-6:00 pm | Missouri Behavioral Health Council, 3450 W Edgewood Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Race Day: Saturday, May 9, 2026 | Starting at 5:30 am | Missouri State Capitol