Rock The Parkway 5K

The third annual Rock the Parkway is the fastest growing half marathon in the Midwest and promises to be even bigger and better in 2012! The event again offers several of the features that made it popular the first two years, plus many new benefits: •A great course along scenic Ward Parkway in Kansas City that has been voted a Best Race Course in Kansas City •Great live music along the course and at the post-event plaza at Burns & McDonnell •A high-quality adidas® technical shirt for half marathoners and gender fit cotton shirts for 5K participants •Mylar blankets for all finishers •Great food from some of Kansas City's favorite restaurants and food vendors •One of the best and largest half marathon participant medals in the area

Course Description

The Rock the Parkway course, along historic Ward Parkway, is one of the most scenic in the Midwest. The long downhill finish makes it one of the fastest. It was voted a "Best Course" by area runners  and is even better in 2012 with a loop around Loose Park for the half marathon turn around. We also removed the 10K race this year, making the finish line less congested and more enjoyable for both participants and fans.

The USATF-certified course will have five aid stations for half marathoners and one for 5K participants, along with large distance markers. Click on the map links below for a look at some of the scenery along the course.

Link to Course Map

Rock The Parkway Half Marathon

Prize Money Breakdown

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