KANSAS CITY, Mo. — We are days away from the Kansas City Marathon. The race will bring out nearly ten thousand runners and thousands more to watch.
The impact of the marathon reaches far wider, in fact it is responsible for some of the city’s sports biggest events.
Rather you’re running, walking or just on the side cheering your favorite runner on, you’re helping Kansas City put its name on the map.
“The Kansas City Marathon is our biggest fundraiser each year, and so every time someone comes out and runs or walks or our great sponsors like Garmin, who sponsor the race, that comes back and benefits the sports commission,” said Dave Borchardt, race director of the Garmin Kansas City Marathon.
Those benefits include the parades this city has experienced over the last 10 years.
From the Royals to the Chiefs, now set for an NFL draft next spring, making its way to the visual voice of Kansas City, Union Station.
That will be followed by a step on the international stage in 2026 with the World Cup.
So, participating in the annual event is crucial to keeping our city in the conversation when it comes to the biggest sporting events the world has to offer.
“The funds we’re making off this race will obviously help us staff up and help us execute the draft next year,” said Borchardt.