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Race Options
Run / Walk
1 Mile
5K
10K
13.1 mile
Race Options
Race Options
Registration includes a race t-shirt, finisher medal, live race results, race photos, awards for the top finishers and a post-race party with music, food and drinks! Additional items available for purchase.
2027 FINISHERS SWAG COMING SOON!
THANK YOU TO OUR RACE SPONSORS!
A portion of every race entry will go towards
Charity Partner
to be announced soon!
Love to Run Branson
SATURDAY, APRIL 17, 2027
You know you'll love it!
Get ready to Love to Run in the heart of downtown Branson, Missouri!
Starting and finishing at Branson Landing, this race puts you right in the middle of one of Branson’s most exciting destinations. Enjoy a scenic run along the waterfront and through downtown Branson, surrounded by the beauty of the Ozarks.
Whether you’re chasing a PR, tackling a new distance, or just looking for a fun race weekend, Love to Run Branson has something for everyone.
Bring your running buddies, bring the family, and make a weekend out of it! With all of the dining, entertainment, shopping, and attractions Branson has to offer, there’s plenty to enjoy before and after you cross the finish line.
Come for the run. Stay for the fun. And discover why we Love to Run Branson!
Pre-Event PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, APRIL 16, 2027
LOCATION:
To Be Determined
TIME:
To Be Determined
Make sure you bring your photo ID. You may pick up other participant's packets if you have a photo or copy of their photo ID.
RACE DAY & Finish Line Fun
SATURDAY, APRIL 17, 2027
LOCATION:
The Branson Landing
100 Branson Landing Blvd
Branson MO 65616
PARKING:
There are several convenient parking options available at Branson Landing. Please allow yourself plenty of time on race morning to park and walk to the start/finish area. Parking is available in the Branson Landing North Lot near Belk and the Branson Landing South Lot near Bass Pro Shops. Covered parking is also available in the parking garage located in the center of Branson Landing at 3 Branson Landing Blvd. Parking fees may apply.
AGENDA & DESCRIPTION:
5:30am-7:00am – Race day packet pickup. We highly encourage that all athletes pick up their packets at the pickup event on Friday, June 12th (see above for more details).
7:00am– Race start begins for half marathon participants.
7:30am – Race start begins for 5K and 10K participants
ON COURSE NUTRITION:
Please carry your own nutrition (gels, chews, snacks). Water and electrolyte drink on the run for all athletes.
FINISH LINE FUN:
Food, drinks and music at the finish line! Post run fun at beautiful Branson Landing by the fountain!
AWARDS:
Listen for announcements. We will start the awards as soon as the majority of each distance have finished.
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Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers for the 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
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Top 3 Age Group Male & Female Awards for the 5K, 10K & Half Marathon in the following age categories: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
RACE CUTOFFS: Half marathon distance athletes have 3.5 hours to complete the half marathon. 1 Mile, 5K and 10K distance athletes have 3 hours to complete the 5K and 10K.
Race management reserves the right to remove an athlete from the course and DNF the athlete if course officials determine there is no possibility of an athlete finishing before the posted cut off times based on an athlete’s location, time, and average speed up to that point.
RACE SHIRT GUARANTEE:
Last day to register to guarantee a race shirt is March 28, 2027.
INCLEMENT WEATHER, REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY:
There is NO inclement weather makeup date. In the event of inclement weather, race management reserves the right to cancel, alter, modify, or shorten the event/course if necessary for participant, volunteer, or staff safety. Any decision regarding race operations will be made with overall event safety as the top priority.
There are NO refunds, deferrals, or complimentary race entries to future events under any circumstances, including weather-related cancellations or course modifications. All entry fees are non-transferable, and race registrations may not be transferred to another participant.
All monies collected are used to plan, organize, and produce the event, including race supplies, permits, staffing, administration, and operational expenses. By registering, each participant acknowledges and accepts these risks and policies.
Participants concerned about unexpected circumstances are strongly encouraged to purchase the optional race insurance policy offered during registration.
PHOTO DISCLAIMER:
There may be a photographer on site capturing pictures of the event. Since this is a public event, we reserve the right to post photos on our social media or agency website. Photos may also be used in promotional materials.
HOTEL BLOCK INFORMATION:
Coming Soon!