In 360 days · Sun, Oct 3, 2027
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When
Sunday, October 3rd, 2027
Where
12604 Quivira, Overland Park KS
Distances
10K · 5K
Typical weather
58–76°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
65–88°F
dry
2024
62–88°F
dry
2023
68–83°F
dry
2022
55–79°F
dry
2021
61–73°F
rain
2020
49–67°F
dry
2019
51–62°F
rain
2018
72–88°F
rain
2017
69–80°F
dry
2016
58–77°F
dry
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About this race
WHAT A GREAT DAY IN 2026! THANK YOU TO THE ALMOST 450 RUNNERS WHO SHOWED UP ON A BEAUTIFUL FALL DAY! Check out the results & the photos & look soon for the announcement for Rock Chalk Run 2027.
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New Trail for 10K -- was a success according to many runners!
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New staggered start times--10K at 8:30, 5K at 8:40, 1K at 8:45--another success
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1K Runners will get a bib, although they won't be officially timed, even our youngest runners can sport our bib--and they were darn cute!!
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A partnership with adidas to supply our run shirts--they were awesome! Let's hope this continues!
Our goal is to raise scholarship money for KU Edwards Campus students.
🎉 What Makes Our Event Awesome
🏃 A variety of race options so everyone can join the action
👨👩👧 A Family Fun Zone filled with activities for all ages, including a visit from Baby Jay
🏬 Sponsor & Vendor Booths including--Fleet Feet, Athletico, KU Alumni, Truity Credit Union
🎁 A KU Bookstore pop‑up shop with merch and surprises
New this year! Sign up 3 or more people at once and poof! you’ll automatically save $3 per registration. No codes, no coupons—just instant savings magic! ✨
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