Neosho Dogwood Run 5K

43rd Edition of this most affordable walk/run in the 4-State area, the Dogwood Run 5K has been held annually in Neosho, Missouri since  Eldon Morgan first hosted it in 1983.
This race's only intention is to see you and your family walk or run and enjoy the famous, blooming Neosho Dogwoods on your way!

Awards for age group winners from 'under 10' to 'over 70' and the Delynn Kuhn Lifetime Achievement Award for the fastest older runner. The first 100 entrants get a dogwood sapling. Top male and female receive a large dogwood sapling. Special event T-shirt is optional.

Course outline:
Clockwise loop with start and finish at Big Spring Park in Neosho, MO. The course takes you through the most beautiful streets with the dogwoods and redbuds in full bloom. Bring your camera!

Proceeds from the event typically go to a local infrastructure project to support active lifestyles in Neosho, MO. Some of our local contributions of the past include public tools for the Skate park (in Morse Park), doggie bag poles around the park, dozens of new dogwood trees plated around the park and helping the Joplin Road Runners buy a chip timing system which they use to organize local charity races!

For this walk/run, Joplin RoadRunners keep the cost low so you can bring the whole family without breaking the bank, or sign up a friend for their first 5K.

Come join us for this 43rd annual dogwood walking/running tour of the city! Bring your dog, your cat, your stroller, your walker if you must. Just come enjoy the day and our beautiful dogwoods in full bloom!!