Juneteenth Heritage 5k

Join us on Saturday, June 20, 2026, for the Juneteenth Heritage 5K at Hope Park in Joplin, Missouri. This meaningful community event celebrates freedom, heritage, resilience, and unity while bringing people together through health, wellness, and active living. Hosted by the East Town Dreams District, the Juneteenth Heritage 5K provides an opportunity to honor the significance of Juneteenth while enjoying a welcoming atmosphere for runners, walkers, families, and community supporters alike.

Beginning and ending at Hope Park, the course winds through Joplin's historic East Town neighborhood and Landreth Park, highlighting an area rich in community history and pride. Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with friends, or participating to support the celebration, this event is designed to bring people together in a spirit of remembrance, progress, and community connection.

Event Information

Juneteenth Heritage 5K

Saturday, June 20, 2026
Race Start: 8:30 AM
Location: Hope Park, Joplin, Missouri
Professionally chip timed
Walkers are welcome and encouraged to participate
Commemorative event shirt included with registration (while supplies last)

Awards:

Awards will be presented to:

Top Overall Male
Top Overall Female
Age Group Awards
Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers in each age group:

9 & Under
10–14
15–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70+
(Overall Male and Female winners are not eligible for age group awards.)

About Juneteenth
Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and serves as a celebration of freedom, culture, achievement, and community. The Joplin Juneteenth Celebration continues to grow each year as a gathering that honors the past while inspiring future generations through education, fellowship, and community engagement.

Location
Hope Park
131 S. High Avenue
Joplin, MO 64801

Come run, walk, celebrate, and be part of a powerful community tradition at the Juneteenth Heritage 5K in Joplin. Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and continue moving forward.