Mother’s
Day 5K
Kansas City’s only run/walk by women, for women!
Welcome to the 22nd annual Mother’s Day 5K (MD5K)—Kansas City’s only race created by women, for women! This year, we’re taking the MD5K VIRTUAL as Overland Park dedicates staff and resources to upcoming World Cup preparations.
Hosted by KC Express, this Mother’s Day tradition is all about good vibes, strong women, and celebrating every way you show up. Run, walk, or dance your 5K wherever you are—around your neighborhood, on a favorite trail, or even on the treadmill. However you choose to complete it, make it yours and have fun.
Every participant will receive a stylish women’s-cut t-shirt and a finisher’s charm necklace to commemorate the day. Create your own joyful course, snap a selfie at your finish line, and celebrate with your favorite post-race treats. Check out this year’s t-shirt here.
The MD5K has always been a come-as-you-are event where women of all ages, abilities, shapes, and sizes can walk or run in honor of Mother’s Day. Even though we won’t be together in one place this year, the spirit of encouragement and camaraderie is just as strong.
Whether it’s your first MD5K or you’ve been with us for years, we’re so glad you’re here and can’t wait to celebrate with you—virtually—in 2026!
REGISTRATION FEE: $30
Register by April 24 and receive our new KC Express MD5K mug at packet pickup!
Ready to take your training to the next level? Training for a 5K doesn’t have to be hard! All it takes is a good pair of shoes and a willingness to start. Join the Training Team and let Coach Helen and KC Express members help you with your fitness journey.
KC Express’s six-week outdoor series helps women and girls (ages 12+) of all ability levels prepare for the Kansas City Express Mother’s Day 5K in a comfortable, supportive, women-only environment.
Each week you’ll get tips on relevant fitness topics and then join other women for a walk/run. KC Express members lead groups of different paces, so you can build your fitness week by week.
Dates: Tuesdays, March 31 – May 5, from 6-7:00 pm
Location: Meadowbrook Park, Shelter 2, 9101 Nall Ave, Prairie Village
Jogging strollers welcome, as long as the child will safely stay within the stroller for the duration of the class
Cost: $25/six sessions, including KC Express membership.
Get more info and register at https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Anywhere/KCExpressMotherSDay5K
We are not sure who has more fun at the KC Express Mother’s Day 5K, the participants or the volunteers! Sign up, show up, bring a friend or a loved one, and enjoy yourself. Though we’ve gone virtual for 2026, we still have opportunities to volunteer! It only takes a few hours of your time, and it is GREATLY appreciated by the KC Express, as well as the women and girls who come to the event. Thank you so much for your time, energy and commitment to make this morning so fun for all! Remember, men and boys can volunteer, too (they just can’t run in the race).
Check out the list of jobs and sign up at https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/712515644082/false#/invitation. We can’t wait to see you there!
