Camp Leavenworth 5K

Now in its 5th year!

Overview

• Event Type: Open to runners and walkers, this unique and fun event features stunning views from the bluffs of the Missouri River on closed-to-traffic roads.
• Medals: Medals for all finishers!
• Race Shirt: Awesome race shirt for 18+.
• Finishers' Beverage: FREE beer/beverage ticket for finishers (21 and up).

Prizes

• Prize Purse: $350 prize purse ($100/$50/$25 for the top male and female finishers).
• Volunteer Support: Terrific volunteers cheering you on.
• Age-Group Awards: Age-group awards in 10-year increments (14-19: 20-29: 30-39: 40-49: 50-59: 60-69: etc.) plus top male and female with stroller.
• Kids Under 18: Kids under 18 race FREE!

Important Information

• Walkers and Strollers: Walkers are welcome! Strollers are welcome. Bicycles and Dogs (except service animals) are not allowed.
• Minimum Age: Minimum age: 14 to run on your own. Children under 14 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the entire course.

The Course

• Location: Begins and ends in historic downtown Leavenworth, KS.
• Course Details: Course and profile to be posted in June.

Check In

• Early Check-in: Participants are encouraged to pick up their bibs and t-shirts on Friday Sept 18 at Camp Leavenworth from 5-8pm. Late registration will also be available at Friday check-in.
• Race Day Pickup: Race morning pickup from 8:00am to 9:00am at the start area.

Parking

• Availability: Downtown Leavenworth has several free lots within a block or two from the starting line.

Aid Stations

• Location: There will be two aid stations with water and Gatorade at mile 1 and mile 3.

Prizes for Participants

• Eligibility: Participants over 14 are eligible for age-group prizes, awarded to the top three males and females in each age group: 14-18: 19-29: 30-39: 40-49: 50-59: 60-69: 70+.
• Stroller Division: The top male and female stroller runners also receive an award.

Kids and Families

• Age Requirement: Kids over the age of 14 may run on their own.
• Accompaniment: Children under the age of 14 MUST be accompanied by a parent at all times on the course.
• Stroller Policy: Strollers are welcome: stroller riders need not register (parent must register: child in stroller doesn't need to).

Race Registration

For more information or to register, visit the official race page: Camp Leavenworth 5K.

Date: 2026-09-19

Location: 309 S 2nd Street, Leavenworth, KS