Q:  Do you allow baby joggers/strollers?
A:  Yes, but for everyone’s safety they must start at the back of the race field and walk only during the event. Running or jogging while pushing a stroller is not allowed. Following these guidelines will prevent accidents as well as avoid harm to yourself, your child and to other runners. There is no extra fee; you do not need to register a child riding in a stroller.

Q:  Do I have to be certain age to participate?
A:  The Mother’s Day 5K is open to all ages. Last year, our youngest participant was three years old and our oldest was 90 years young.

Q:  Why can't I wear my headset in the race?
A:  For the safety of all participants, USA Track & Field rule 144.3(b) prohibits the use of headphones and similar devices on the race course. USATF is the insurance provider for the Mother’s Day 5K, and we must abide their rules. Please leave your headsets at home. Thanks for your cooperation!
 
Q:  Can I run with my dog?
A:  Sorry, dogs are not allowed on the race course.

Q:  What happens if I get sick, or I don’t end up attending the race? Can I give my entry to someone else, or get my money back?
A:  Sorry, entries are non-refundable and non-transferable. No exceptions.

Q:  I’m not familiar with Corporate Woods. Where is it, and where exactly does the race start?
A:  Corporate Woods is an office park in a beautiful natural setting in Overland Park, Kansas. It’s easy to reach, located between I-435, US 69 Highway, College Boulevard, and Antioch Road. The race starts and finishes in front of Building 40, 9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, Kansas 66210 (view map).

Enter Corporate Woods from either Antioch or College Boulevard. From Antioch, enter on Indian Creek Parkway or 110th Street. From College Boulevard, enter on Benson, Grandview, Indian Creek Parkway, or Mastin. We’ll have signs for parking.

Q:  What time do I need to be there before the start? 
A:  If you have already registered, we recommend that you arrive at the start no later than 7:30. Parking is plentiful, but you’ll want to allow time to get through the port-a-pot line, check any extra clothing, enjoy the race warm-up and visit with the other excited participants.

Q:  Can I register on the day of the race? 
A:  Yes. Registration is available race morning from 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. However, the late entry fee is $30. We encourage you to register early; it will save you time and money, and you’ll be sure to get a t-shirt.

Q:  Where I can I store my personal belongings at the race?
A:  There will be clothing check at the KC Express table under our big tent.  Label your gym bag with your name. Please leave any valuables locked in the trunk of car.

Q:  How do I find out my finish time?
A:  Results will be posted on race day afternoon. Check this website for a link to results.

Q:  Who benefits from this event?
A:  You do! Because health and fitness are essential to your well-being, you are a beneficiary of this event. We also donate a portion of race fees to the American Heart Association /American Stroke Association for programs that promote healthier hearts through exercise. Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death and disability in American women.