Walk for Words 5k
Updated
Saturday, April 17, 2027, first start 9:00 AM, in Parkville (8701 McAfee St). Distances: 5K. Entry from $30.
Course and race notes
Walk for Words is more than just a 5k - it’s a movement toward inclusion, empowerment, and belonging.
This community event is dedicated to raising funds and awareness to support individuals with disabilities by providing access to life-changing assistive technology.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, April 17
2027 · in 161 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$30
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Closed online
Online signup closed Apr 17, 2027
Opened Jan 30, 2027
Race day in Parkville
Weather
66° / 44°F
Typical high and low for April 17, with a 38% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Kansas City Intl Airport, MO (5.4 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
6:40 AM – 7:56 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Apr 16
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.