Run for Chocolate 5k/10k/13.1 KANSAS CITY

Run Now, Chocolate Later!

Who says you can't have your chocolate—and run it too? The 2027 Run for Chocolate is coming, and it’s sweeter than ever! Rally your friends, set your pace for our 5K/10K/13.1 Half-Marathon, and let the craving guide you to the finish line. It’s not just a race: it’s a chocolate lover's paradise in motion!

Overview

• Sell-Out Warning: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up.
• Virtual Option: If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
• All Paces Welcome: This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
• Stress-Free: There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!

Timing

• Optional Timing: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online.
• Coordinator Assistance: Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
• No Chips: No timing chips (This is a stress-free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag)

• Running T-Shirt: Shipped to the address you register with - US only.
• Finisher's Towel or Giveaway:
• Finisher's Medal:
• Digital Training Pack:

- Online Results & Certificate of Completion

- Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs

- We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture-wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.

Packet Pickup

• No Hassle: No hassle of picking up packets required!
• Direct Shipment: Swag shipped direct to your address.
• Race Bibs: Race bibs are provided on race day.

When will I get my Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

Race Updates

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

Last Minute Registrations

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

Wave Times

Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: info@thebestraces.com (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)

• Wave A: 7:30AM
• Wave B: 8:00AM
• Wave C: 8:30AM

Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

Questions

Are there any other Questions we missed?
https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/

Virtual Run Option

• Training Pack: Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.
• Run Anytime: Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional).
• Submit Results: After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal!

Race Bundle

Sign-up for more races and get a discount!

Sponsorships & Promoting your Business

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we’d love to showcase your business!
https://www.thebestraces.com/events

Team Glo Volunteers

If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here:
https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/

Be part of the Journey!

Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com

Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)