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

Event Overview

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

Date and Location

• Date: 2026-09-19
• Location: 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO
• Race URL: Register Here

Race Highlights

• Unique Theme: The Kansas City Zoo Run is a local favorite, featuring a different species of animal each year.
• Participant Benefits: All participants receive uniquely branded swag associated with the year's featured animal species.
• Entry Fee Support: A portion of each participant's entry fee supports the Friends of the Zoo.
• 2026 Swag: Participants will receive a custom-designed featured species GO-EX Hornbills t-shirt, a custom Hornbills finisher's medal, and free one-time entry into the Kansas City Zoo valid on race day or any day through the end of 2026.

Fundraising Opportunities

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!

Stay Connected

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!

Refund Policy

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