2026 - Groundhog Run
2026 distances
Running
5K
This unique underground event starts at 8:00 AM in waved starts.
10K
This unique underground event starts at 10:00 AM in waved starts.
5K & 10K Tunnel-To-Tunnel
Join us for the, unique to Groundhog Run, Tunnel-To-Tunnel! Runners will compete in BOTH the 5K at 8:00 AM and 10K at 10:00 AM. This is the perfect warm up for those looking to compete in a spring half marathon.
Kids Run
This untimed fun run will have family and friends cheering on kids ages 0-8, in distances ranging from 50 yards to 200 yards (based on age group). The Kids Run will start at 9:15am or after the 5K Race. We will group kids by age groups beginning with the youngest and ending with the oldest. Parents & guardians are allowed to run with their children, but please be mindful of everyone! Kids’ bibs will be available at Packet Pick-Up on Friday & Saturday as well as the event day on Sunday morning.
5K Virtual
10K Virtual
5K & 10K Tunnel-To-Tunnel Virtual
Race date Weather
Conditions on February 1, 2026 — historical Open-Meteo data.
About Kansas City
Groundhog Run takes place in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.