2026 Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills"

Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT

Location: Kansas City, MO; 6800 Zoo Drive, 64132
Type: RUN

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Distances & registration

6 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Sep 19, 9:45 AM CDT · From $25.95
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 15, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
1 Miles
Sat, Sep 19, 9:45 AM CDT · From $23.95
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 15, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
1 Miles
Sat, Sep 19, 9:45 AM CDT · From $26.70
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 15, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 3 more options

1 Miles
Sat, Sep 19, 9:45 AM CDT · From $22.70
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 15, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
4 Miles
Sat, Sep 19, 8:30 AM CDT · From $39.35
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 15, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
4 Miles
Sat, Sep 19, 8:30 AM CDT · From $40.10
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 15, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

Rolling area
Warm season

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The course

From the organizer

Thank you for joining us for the 23rd Anniversary of the Kansas City Zoo Run, "Run for the Hornbills!"

The Kansas City Zoo Run is a local favorite, featuring a different species of animal each year.

All participants receive uniquely branded swag associated with the year's featured animal species. In addition to the swag, a portion of each participant's entry fee supports the Friends of the Zoo. The uniquely branded swag that each participant will receive in 2026 includes the following:

- Custom designed featured species GO-EX Hornbills t-shirt - Custom Hornbills finisher's medal - Free one-time entry into the Kansas City Zoo that is valid on race day or any day through the end of 2026

If you want to start fundraising after completing your registration, you will need to log into your RunSignUp account and edit your registration. From there, you will be able to choose "Become A Fundraiser" and join in the fun while supporting the Hornbills!

Please follow us on Facebook (@KansasCityZooRun) and Instagram (@kczoorun) for opportunities to win prizes from our sponsors, as well as to keep yourself updated on all of the latest information regarding registration, packet pickup, event highlights and more!!

Please note as a reminder, our event has a NO REFUND policy.

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