ATSU Founders Day Race 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Kirksville, Missouri
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $25 on Oct 15, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATSU Founder Day 5K | 5K | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $20$25 after Oct 15, 2026 | – |
| ATSU Founders Day 2K | Other | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $20$25 after Oct 15, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $25 on Oct 15, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $20 until Oct 15, then $25 until Oct 16.
Online registration closes Oct 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $20, entry is about 42 percent below a typical 5K in Missouri, which costs $34.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Missouri runs 36:58, about 11:54 a mile, based on 246 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:11 and men in 32:32.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:21 AM, and the ATSU Founder Day 5K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 980 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
210 South Osteopathy, Kirksville, MO 63501
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 17 the day usually runs from 49°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 39°F and hot years reach 79°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 210 South Osteopathy, Kirksville, MO 63501Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 980 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026), 2025 (Oct 25, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is ATSU Founders Day Race?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $25 on Oct 15, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 16, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Missouri?
- At $20, entry is about 42 percent below a typical 5K in Missouri, which costs $34.50 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 210 South Osteopathy, Kirksville, MO 63501.
From the organizers
ATSU Founders Day
Connect with fellow runners/walkers while celebrating the foundation of A.T. Still University! The race is a fun and energizing event designed to support both your health and the Kirksville Preferred Merchants (KPM) Scholarship. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are residents of Northeast Missouri and demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership, and potential in their health care careers. Whether you run, jog, or walk, this event is about embracing movement, reducing stress, and building a healthier lifestyle—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Event Details:
Date: October 17th
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Meeting and ending at the Thompson Campus Center, 210 S. Osteopathy St. Kirksville MO.