In 26 days · Fri, Aug 21, 2026
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When
Friday, August 21st, 2026
Where
3404 West McIntosh Circle Drive, Joplin MO
Distance
5K
Typical weather
70–88°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
Rained on 0 of the last 10 race days
2025
70–89°F
dry
2024
64–84°F
dry
2023
76–100°F
dry
2022
69–86°F
dry
2021
73–89°F
dry
2020
63–89°F
dry
2019
78–90°F
dry
2018
68–82°F
dry
2017
75–90°F
dry
2016
61–80°F
dry
About this race
Race Overview
The JRR Prediction Run is a unique race on the new Tin Cup Trail in Joplin!
How It Works
- Predicted Time: First, you guess and enter your predicted 5K time when you sign up.
- No Electronics: During the run, NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES ARE ALLOWED!
- Goal: You have to try and finish as closely as possible to your predicted time.
- Winner: The winner is the runner who most accurately predicts their 5K time!
Awards
- No Speed Awards: There are no awards for speed!
- Accuracy Wins: This race only awards accuracy of your prediction.
- Anyone Can Win: That means ... ANYONE CAN WIN!!
Join Us for Free
- Membership Benefits: Want to run for FREE?
- Joplin RoadRunners: Join the Joplin RoadRunners prior to registering for this race.
- Free Entry Code: Receive a free entry code for this race AND the BBQ!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-08-21
- Location: 3404 West McIntosh Circle Drive, Joplin, MO
- Register Here: JRR Prediction Run
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