ABOUT THE RACE
Rock the Parkway has become the premier half marathon in Kansas City and one of the largest and most
popular half marathons in the Midwest! Hosted by Burns & McDonnell since the beginning in 2010, the
Rock the Parkway half marathon and 5K offer many features that continue to make it a fan
favorite:
- Amazing route along scenic Ward Parkway that has been voted “Best Race Course in Kansas
City”
- One of the largest, coolest half marathon finisher medals you’ll find
- Free searchable and downloadable high-quality photos
- Personalized race bibs
- A convenient bag drop located at the front drive of the Burns & McDonnell World Headquarters
- A wave start for the half marathon