Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz
When is Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz?
Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in Olathe, KS.
What distances does Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz offer?
Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz offers 4 events: Munchkin Run, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchkin Run | 1.2 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 10K | 6.2 mi | $75.00 | Register |
| Half Marathon | 13.1 mi | $95.00 | Register |
| Marathon | 26.2 mi | $115.00 | Register |
How much does Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz cost?
Registration for Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz starts at $105.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz held?
Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz is held in Olathe, KS at Garmin International, Inc..
About Garmin Olathe Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K in the land of Oz
Join us for a marathon, half marathon, 10k, or munchkin run through the beautiful streets and trails of Olathe. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the event, which began in 2003 as the Olathe Marathon, and is now hosted by Garmin at their world headquarters. The city of Olathe is just 20 minutes southwest of downtown Kansas City, located in Johnson County, Kansas. Come experience our Midwest charm in the Land of Oz!
Expo and Packet Pickup Information
The Expo and packet-pickup is a two-day, public event that showcases exhibitors with a wide array of products and services geared toward runners, walkers and health-minded consumers.
LOCATION
Ball Event Center
21350 W. 153rd St., Olathe, KS 66061
SCHEDULE
3 p.m. – 7 p.m., Thursday, April 23, 2026
10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Friday, April 24, 2026
RACE DAY PICK-UP
Race day packet pickup is on Saturday, April 25, at the Garmin World Headquarters, located at 1200 E. 151st St., Olathe, KS beginning at 6:30am.
There is no race day registration.
Aid Stations
Aid stations will be placed along the course about every 1.5 to 2.5 miles. For locations, please check route map. Port-a-Potties will be placed along the course at or near each aid station. Water and Gatorade will be provided at each aid station and GU is available at 3 to 6 Aid Stations.
Awards
AGE GROUP awards will be available on race day before 2pm. If you're unable to pick up your award at the event, you have up to two weeks after race day to collect it at the Olathe Chamber of Commerce office, 260 E. Santa Fe St., Suite 101, Olathe KS 66061, M-F 8:30-5pm. If you’re not local, we will mail it to you. Contact marathon@olathe.org, with the subject line “Mailing of Age Group Award”.
Trophies will be presented to:
Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K
Male and Female
Overall | 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Masters (40+) | 1st place only
Age-group awards
will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups:
18 and under, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, and 85 and over.
Overall winners in both male and female categories per the marathon, half marathon and 10k are as follows:
The awards ceremony for the overall and masters winners will be as soon as the official results are confirmed.
The age group and 1st masters awards will be determined by chip time.
Pace Team members of the SmartPace Team will be listed on the results but will not count towards awards.
The overall and masters trophy recipients are not eligible for age group awards (no double-dipping).
Frequently Asked Questions
For more information about the event, check out Frequently Asked Questions!
Gear Check
Gear check will be located near the starting line for any gear you want to leave. Your gear will be secured in a plastic sack and your bib number will need to be written on the sack with the marker provided at the tent. The volunteers in the gear check tent will help you secure items and stay with items during the race.
Any bags left unattended in the festival area will be subject to search. If you discard an item on the course, it will most likely not be returned. Any unclaimed items left after the end of the race will be donated to charity.
Safety
Races are limited to registered participants only. No baby strollers/joggers, rollerblades, bicycles, wheelchairs, skateboards or dogs are allowed on the course. Non-compliance will result in disqualification. The Olathe Law Enforcement Officers, course monitors, and volunteers will control traffic during the race. All runners should always exercise caution during their race.