The Joplin Memorial Run (JMR) is in it’s FINAL Year. Friday, May 17 and Saturday May 18, 2024.

JMR is an event to honor the 161 victims from the 2011 Joplin Tornado as well as celebrate Joplin’s resilience in overcoming the destruction of 8000 structures. The events include the Freeman half-marathon, Sparklight 10K, Liberty 5K, and Sign Designs Kid’s Run, on Saturday, May 20. Packet Pickup is Friday, May 17 at the Cornell Complex, 212 W 7th Street in downtown Joplin.