Running With The Cows Half Marathon & 5K
Date
Sat, May 9, 2026, 7:30 AM CDTRace options
5 distancesTap any distance below for fee tiers and close dates.
Quick take
Run through bucolic Kansas countryside, support a school fundraiser, and maybe even kiss a calf at this "udderly irresistible" and highly-rated event.
Best for: cause-driven runners
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Distances & registration
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5K
3 options · closes May 9, 2026, 2:59 AM CDT
Registration closedVirtual 5K
Closes May 8, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT · From $54.35
General entry
Closes May 9, 2026, 2:59 AM CDT · From $39.35
Kids Fun Run 5K
Closes May 9, 2026, 2:59 AM CDT · From $23.95
Half Marathon
2 options · closes May 9, 2026, 2:59 AM CDT
Registration closedVirtual Half Marathon
Closes May 8, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT · From $71.20
General entry
Closes May 9, 2026, 2:59 AM CDT · From $82.00
Race feel
- Fun
- Scenic
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
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Scenic
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseDiscover the Running With The Cows Half Marathon in Bucyrus, Kansas, a highly-rated event just south of Kansas City. This annual school fundraiser offers a fully supported rural course through bucolic countryside, complete with friendly volunteers and plenty of cowbell. Finishers rave about the post-race "smorgasbord" and the unique opportunity to kiss a calf. It's known for its huge community support and an "udderly irresistible" atmosphere that promises a memorable race day experience.
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Half Marathon and 5K school fundraiser in rural Bucyrus, Kansas! Just 30 minutes south of Kansas City. Fully supported course, fantastic volunteers and post race festivities distinguish this event from all others! Top Rated Race in America ~ RaceRaves.
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com “You race it once, I guarantee you'll come back” says one finisher of this hidden gem of the heartland. RWTC starts and finishes at Holy Rosary Wea School (for which the event is an annual fundraiser) with a rural course featuring miles of bucolic countryside. Along the way, “super friendly” volunteers help you conquer the rolling hills with the help of — you guessed it, more cowbell. But as gratifying as the scenery is, the organizers may save the best for last with a post-race “smorgasbord” that includes allergy-friendly options. And as one reviewer notes, “How many races can you attend where you can actually kiss a calf after? ” For an udderly irresistible half marathon with huge comMOOOnity support, RWTC may be the most fun you’ll “heifer” have on race day. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS