2026 B.E.A.R.D. 5K/10K

The B.E.A.R.D. 5K /10K will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Shelter 2 on Small Lakes Road in Lenexa, United States. The event is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM and will feature a scenic out-and-back or loop-style course on a paved trail, offering participants a smooth surface that is suitable for road shoes. The weather in Lenexa on this date is expected to be mild, with temperatures ranging from 35°F to 45°F and mostly clear skies. Participants can expect a community-focused event that emphasizes endurance, resilience, and celebration, with a variety of race options and charitable contributions to Ainsley's Angels in memory of Scott Green.

What distances are available for this event?

• →5K race starting at 8:00 AM
• →10K race starting at 8:30 AM

What is included in the participant gear?

• →Short Sleeve Event Shirt (not guaranteed after 2/13/26)
• →Custom Finisher's Medal
• →A fake beard (participants with real beards are encouraged to wear their own)
• →Finisher Teddy Bear for registrants 12 and under

What is the event’s purpose or cause?

• →The event is in honor of Scott Green, also known as the Bearded Runner, who passed away from Stage 4 Colon Cancer on March 23, 2024.
• →100% of donations made through the event's "DONATE" link go directly to Ainsley's Angels.

What is the atmosphere of the event?

• →The event is described as having an electrifying atmosphere with a focus on community and resilience.

What additional amenities are available?

• →After Party with Music

What is the terrain type and surface of the course?

• →The course is a trail, specifically categorized as a paved trail with a smooth surface suitable for road shoes.

What is the start and finish location?

• →The start and finish are located by Shelter 2 on Small Lakes Road.

What is the event’s schedule?

• →The event begins at 8:00 AM with the 5K race. The 10K race starts at 8:30 AM. Specific times for other races are not detailed.