RACE INFO
The third annual Rock the Parkway is the fastest growing half marathon in the Midwest and promises to be even bigger and better in 2012! The event again offers several of the features that made it popular the first two years, plus many new benefits:
- A great course along scenic Ward Parkway in Kansas City that has been voted a Best Race Course in Kansas City
- Great live music along the course and at the post-event plaza at Burns & McDonnell
- A high-quality adidas® technical shirt for half marathoners and gender fit cotton shirts for 5K participants
- Mylar blankets for all finishers
- Great food from some of Kansas City's favorite restaurants and food vendors
- One of the best and largest half marathon participant medals in the area
Start Times:
Half Marathon: 7:30 a.m.
5K: 7:45 a.m.
New for 2012:
- Adding a loop around beautiful Loose Park for the half marathon
- Personalized bibs (guaranteed to those registered by March 1, 2012)
- More live music along the race course and more food options at the post-race plaza
- Prize money for the top half marathon finishers
- VIP pre- and post-race amenities for sponsors, groups and individuals
Registration is limited for both events, and the 2011 Rock the Parkway even sold out weeks in advance. Make sure you sign up early to reserve your spot in 2012!
