Hospital Hill Run

Race Date and Location

• Date: 2026-05-16
• Location: 2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO
• Race URL: Hospital Hill Run Registration
• Event Alert: Due to activities surrounding the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Kansas City, the 2026 Hospital Hill Run will be run on an earlier date in May.

About the Race

• Tradition: Take part in “The Kansas City Running Tradition,” and participate in the Grandfather of all Kansas City Road Races.
• Participation: Join the thousands of runners from across the country and the world who have Conquered the Hill!
• Swag: All participants receive one-of-a-kind swag, including a unique finisher's medal, participant bib, and a commemorative apparel item.
• Post-Race: Finishers receive finish-line food and drink, on-course entertainment, a great post-race party, and much more!

Virtual Race Option

• Access: For those wanting to share in the tradition but are unable to attend in person, we offer the Hospital Hill Run Virtual Race option for all three distances.
• Participation: We hope that you can experience everything this event has to offer in person: however, we understand that sometimes participating in person is impossible.
• Swag Continuation: You still want to participate in the event and receive our unique swag: continuing to offer our virtual option is our way of helping you share in the joy virtually!
• Connect: The virtual option allows for involvement and connection with runners worldwide.

Event Legacy

• Annual Event: Mark your calendar for the 53rd Annual Hospital Hill Run!
• History: The oldest road race in Kansas City and one of the oldest half-marathons in the country.
• Experience: Remember, you too can experience the "Thrill of the Hill."
• Join Us: Be a part of this remarkable event and tradition.