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Beat Beethoven 5K

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:30 AM CDT

Location
Lawrence, KS
3433 Iowa St, 66046
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Race a 5K against a live Beethoven string quartet and support the Lawrence Community Orchestra.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, cause-driven runners

Challenge yourself at the Beat Beethoven 5K in Lawrence, KS, where you'll race against the clock and a live string quartet. This unique event invites runners and walkers of all ages to complete 3.1 miles before the Lawrence Community Orchestra finishes Beethoven's Opus 59, No. 3. The route follows the Burroughs Creek segment of the Lawrence Loop, offering a pleasant course. Participate in this fun event that supports the orchestra and celebrates both music and wellness.

What to expect

  • * Test your pace against a live string quartet playing Beethoven's Opus 59, No. 3.
  • * Enjoy a 3.1-mile route along the Burroughs Creek segment of the Lawrence Loop.
  • * Walkers are warmly welcomed to join this community event.

Standout details

  • Race against a live Beethoven string quartet
  • Supports the Lawrence Community Orchestra
  • Walkers welcome
  • T-shirt with early registration

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 25, 9:30 AM CDT · From $32.80

    Opens Jan 1, 2026, 5:05 AM CST · Closes Apr 24, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Virtual Beat Beethoven 5K

    Sat, Apr 25, 9:30 AM CDT · From $32.80

    Opens Jan 1, 2026, 4:36 AM CST · Closes Apr 24, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Walkers welcome
From the organizer

Can you complete a 5K before the Lawrence Community Orchestra string quartet finishes playing Beethoven's Opus 59, No. 3? Find out at this fun event supporting the orchestra and celebrating music and healthiness.

Runners and walkers of all ages will start and finish at Hobbs Park . The route will cover the Burroughs Creek segment of the Lawrence Loop. The route has changed due to KDOPT's closing of the original route . Registration by April 3 includes a tshirt.

Packet pickup will be held on Friday, April 24 from 1-5 PM at Fleet Feet, 839 Massachusetts in Lawrence, and on Saturday at the event beginning at 8:45 AM.

Everyone is invited to bring a chair and listen to the music.

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