Prepare for an unparalleled endurance challenge at the Kansas City Backyard Ultra, set for August 7-9, 2026, in the heart of Kansas City, MO. This event offers a unique blend of classic Backyard Ultra grit and timed challenges, all unfolding within the picturesque Mill Creek Park on the Country Club Plaza. The course features a 4.16667-mile loop, comprising four 1-mile laps on the smooth, "mondo-like" paved Mill Creek Park Trail, promising a consistent and runnable surface. Runners will find the start/finish line conveniently located by the iconic J.C. Nichols Memorial Fountain, offering a scenic backdrop to their efforts.

Embrace the ultimate test of stamina in the Last Runner Standing format, where participants must complete each 4.16667-mile loop within an hour, repeating the feat until only one runner remains. For those seeking a different challenge, the event also offers supported 3-hour, 6-hour, 9-hour, and 12-hour timed races, allowing runners to push their personal limits on the same course. Typical race day conditions in early August bring highs around 90F and lows around 71F, with a modest 12% chance of precipitation, ensuring a true test of adaptability.

The Kansas City Backyard Ultra, a Silver Qualifying Race for the esteemed Backyard Ultra Series, is renowned for its well-organized execution by Midwest Endurance Race Co. Runners will benefit from a primary, abundantly stocked aid station available every mile on the course for timed events, while Last Runner Standing participants can access their crew area between loops. Water and coffee are readily available, and crew support is permitted exclusively at the start/finish. This urban backyard ultra provides a vibrant atmosphere for runners aiming for a personal best or simply to enjoy the camaraderie and cheer on their fellow competitors.