Running is one of the easiest ways to stay fit without breaking the bank. With plenty of parks, trails, and tracks in Missouri, you'll be burning off the calories in no time. Here are some excellent places to go for a jog near Grain Valley, MO.

Upcoming 5Ks, 10Ks, Marathons and more Near Grain Valley MO

Easter Egg 5K and 10K

Saturday, Mar 30, 2024 at 8:00am
Southcreek Office Park
Overland Park, KS
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TerraVox Vineyards Wine Run 5k

Saturday, Mar 30, 2024 at 9:00am
TerraVox Vineyards
Kansas City, MO
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Jadon's Hope Bug Run

Saturday, Apr 6, 2024 at 8:00am
Rolling Ridge Elementary School
Olathe, KS
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Autism Society - The Heartland 5K/1K Fun Run

Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 at 8:00am
Aspiria Campus
Overland Park, KS
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Noah's Bandage Run 5K

Sunday, Apr 14, 2024 at 8:00am
Overland Park, KS
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Jasmine Torrain Memorial 5K and Fun Run

Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 at 10:00am
Leavenworth, KS
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Donot Stop - Riverside

Sunday, Apr 21, 2024 at 8:00am
Shawnee Mission Park
Shawnee, KS
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Kansas City Corporate Challenge Half Marathon and 10K

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 7:00am
Overland Park, KS
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704 Blue Run

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 8:00am
Olathe, KS
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Prince of Peace 5K and Family Fun Run

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 9:00am
Olathe, KS
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Miles 4 Mayans

Sunday, Apr 28, 2024 at 8:00am
Kill Creek Park
Olathe, KS
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