Missouri · Last Runner Standing
Kansas City Backyard Ultra
Kansas City Backyard Ultra is a Last Runner Standing event held in Kansas City, Missouri. It was last held on August 7, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Kansas City, MO
Race details
- Last held
- August 7, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Distances
- Last Runner Standing
- Registration
- ultrasignup.com
- Official website
- mwerc.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 7:00 PM CDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Trail surface
About the Kansas City Backyard Ultra
Kansas City Backyard Ultra in Kansas City, MO.
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Kansas City Backyard Ultra: common questions
- When is the Kansas City Backyard Ultra?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Kansas City Backyard Ultra held?
- In Kansas City, Missouri.
- What distances does the Kansas City Backyard Ultra offer?
- Last Runner Standing.
- How do I register for the Kansas City Backyard Ultra?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at ultrasignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Kansas City Backyard Ultra?
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed.
- What time does the Kansas City Backyard Ultra start?
- 7:00 PM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Kansas City Backyard Ultra?
- Loop course; Trail surface.
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