Ward Parkway Four on the 4th
Updated
Sunday, July 4, 2027, first start 7:10 AM, in Kansas City (8807 State Line Rd). Distances: 4K, 4 miles. Entry from $30; the 4 miles goes from $30 to $33 after March 2.
Course and race notes
Get ready to rock the most patriotic gear you've got because this 4th of July, we're throwing the ultimate party on the pavement - Four on the 4th!
Lace up those running shoes or take a leisurely stroll for 4 glorious miles along the iconic Ward Parkway, all while soaking in the spirit of Independence Day.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Sunday, July 4
2027 · in 239 days
Start time
7:10 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
4K4 miles
Price
$30
Plus the platform's processing fee
4 miles goes up after Tue Mar 2 (in 115 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sun Jul 4 (in 239 days)
Opened Jul 4, 2026
Race day in Kansas City
Weather
87° / 69°F
Typical high and low for July 4, with a 29% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Olathe 3E, KS (9.9 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
5:57 AM – 8:47 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Sunday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
29 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- Smoothie King quick biteunder 0.1 mi
- Hawaiian Bros Island Grill restaurantunder 0.1 mi
- Pokéloha restaurantunder 0.1 mi
- Smitty's Garage Burger and Beer restaurant0.1 mi
10 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Sat Jul 3
Where to stay
3 within 3 mi20 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: The Inn at Meadowbrook
About 6 min drive2.0 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Sonesta Select Kansas City South Overland Park
About 7 min drive2.4 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: Extended Stay America
About 7 min drive2.4 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: Hampton Inn Kansas City/Overland Park
About 11 min drive3.8 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Chase Suite Hotel Overland Park
About 12 min drive3.9 mi from the start
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