Races

Wichita's Premier Road USATF certified 1 mile race. Test your speed and find your fastest mile. We break this race up into waves based upon runners estimated pace so runners can be pushed towards their PRs without worrying about fighting through crowds while being pulled along by athletes of a similar caliber. Except for The Summer Switch Up The Winter One When: Saturday | January 24th at 8:00 amWhere: Sim's Park | Northeast of the River | Northwest of Cowtown | South of BotanicaPacket Pickup: Friday January 23rd from Noon - 7pm at Fartleks (535 W Douglas Ave, Ste 130)Give Away Item: Custom Stocking CapsTrack Preseason Mile The Spring 1609 When: Saturday | June 6th at 8:00 amWhere: TBD, we are hoping to host the spring event on a track.Packet Pickup: Friday June 5th from Noon - 7pm at Fartleks (535 W Douglas Ave, Ste 130)Give Away Item: TBDPost Track Season Mile The Summer Switch Up When: Saturday | August 8th at 8:00 amWhere: Sim's Park | Northeast of the River | Northwest

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Virtual Run – Run Bold. Run Lucky. Run Strong. 🍀 Celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with more than just luck — celebrate it with Pride! Choose one of two T-shirt Designs:- St. Patrick with Beer: Our exclusive Kelly Green performance tee features an intricate, art-inspired design that commands attention. Ornate gold detailing, dynamic movement, and bold St. Patrick’s Day elements come together in a rich, eye-catching composition that stands out against the vibrant green backdrop. It’s more than a race shirt — it’s a statement piece. - Leprechaun with Clover: The shamrocks, Celtic design, and bold green-and-gold palette instantly scream St. Patrick’s Day!Our St. Patrick’s Day Virtual Run is your chance to chase your goals, conquer your miles, and earn your pot of gold the only way that matters: one determined step at a time. Whether you're running your fastest 5K yet or simply getting out there to move, this run is about heart, resilience, a

Join us for the annual Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon! A St. Patrick-themed run that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, free photos, a "biggest team" contest, a kids' dash, great post-race food, and plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt and an awesome finisher medal! Th

Complete this race anytime in 2026! Our Race Through America Virtual Race Series continues! Each month we will race through a different state, until we've race through all of the states in America! For this race we will be racing through the great state of Kansas! We will be donating 15% of each registration to a charity* who is the leading domestic hunger relief organization with a nationwide network of 200 food banks. We hope to help feed thousands with our Race Through America Series! What:  This is a virtual race. You choose to complete 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 or 50 Miles. You complete your race on your own and submit your time to us.  Then we ship your medal directly to you. When: Complete your race anytime in 2026! *Medals and bibs will ship out within 2 to 5 days of signing up.  Where:  You choose the course and you time yourself (you’ll report your finishing time to us). Why:  To celebrate the beautiful state of Kansas! COST:  $25, which includes your medal, bib and at

Every Child Deserves a Champion Virtual 5K - April 1-15, 2026 Champions for children are rising up across Kansas and beyond. Whether you’re a serious runner, a weekend walker, or a family taking a stroll with the dog, you can join the movement to protect our state's most vulnerable kids. The concept is simple: Pick your day. Pick your pace. Pick your place. Complete your 5K anywhere—your favorite local park, your neighborhood, or even on your treadmill, anytime between April 1-15th. Share Your Journey: Tag your photos with #champions4KSchildren and CACKS on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Let’s show the world that in Kansas, we stand up for our kids—one step at a time. Early Bird Pricing: Register by March 13th to secure the $35 rate, our 5k t-shirt, racing bib, and medal for delivery by April 1st! Regular Pricing: $45 Registration after March 13th (t-shirt, racing bib, and medal delivery not guaranteed by April 15th).   All registrations are considered final and non-refundable.

Run for fun. Run for impact. Run with purpose. Join us for the 32nd annual Easter Sun Run on Saturday, April 4 at Sedgwick County Park in Wichita!🏃‍♂️ Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Easter Sun Run—one of the Midwest’s premier 10K and 2-mile run/walk events! Whether you’re racing for the win, enjoying a fun jog with friends, taking a relaxing stroll (and earning a medal for it!), or bringing the family for the Easter Family Fun Zone, this event has something for everyone.Beyond the finish line, your participation makes a real difference! The Easter Sun Run is a major fundraiser for Youth Horizons, a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of 200 local youth and their families through mentoring, residential care, and advocacy programs.Run for fun. Run for impact. Run with purpose. We can’t wait to see you there!Saturday, April 4Sedgwick County Park9:00 a.m. - 10k race11:00 a.m. - Jeff Wenzel 2-mile run/walkRun solo or build a team a

PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, April 10, noon to 5 p.m. at Wichita First Church of the Nazarene (1400 E. Kellogg Drive).  Packets may also be picked up on race day starting at 7:30 am at the race information table near the starting line. WHY ARE WE DOING THIS? For the ninth year in a row your entire registration fee goes toward building borehole wells and providing clean water education to villages in Africa. After 8 years, we now have 51 Wichita borehole wells in Malawi, Zimbabwe, Kenya, DR Congo, Benin, Ivory Coast and more--each one bringing abundant clean water to thousands of people every day.  This water is life. We use this precious resource many times each day without thought or effort. Yet many people around the world don’t enjoy this luxury because they don’t have easy access to water and possibly no access to clean water. Many women and children around the globe spend hours each day in search of water; their lives revolve around this task. Often the water they collect is contaminat

The mission of the Kansas Infant Death and SIDS (KIDS) Network is to serve those who are or may be touched by the tragedy of infant death or SIDS by providing supportive services, community education, professional training and support of associated research. The KIDS Network’s strategy is to reduce infant mortality by collaborating with statewide initiatives to address prematurity, congenital defects, stillbirth and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). This is achieved through multiple innovative initiatives, including: Safe Sleep Community Baby Showers; Cribs for Kids; Safe-sleep education for new and expectant parents via hospital, home visit, or birthing center; and safe-sleep training for healthcare and child care providers. Packet Pick UpPre-registered participants may pick up their packets at the KIDS office, 300 W. Douglas, Suite 145, Friday, April 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. 5K timing chips will be distributed with packets. Packets will also be available at check-in on the

This event is honoring Blood Cancer and our Honored Hero's that are battling Blood Cancer. ALL PROCEEDS GOES TO Blood Cancer United formally known as LLS. The mission is clear: to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma, while simultaneously enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families through education, research, and advocacy.  This event is a fun-family event with a timed 5K Run/Walk and untimed 1/5k Mile Run/Walk at Exploration Place, Food & Entertainment, and an opportunity to help support blood cancer diagnosis treatments at Blood Cancer United known as (LLS).   Event Fee: $40.00 Pre Registration | $50.00 Day of Registration -- Shirt & Medal - Food, Drinks, and Entertainment! Race Schedule: Arrive 15-30mins before for registration8:00AM- Race Starts-5k & family walk (untimed) Event will include:Follow Facebook Page for Updates Here.. Contact: Vanessa Mouer: 2026 Leadership Committee for Blood Cancer United Vanessamouer@outlook.c

Join us for the Superhero 5K and WalkUnleash your inner hero on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Sedgwick County Park! Don your favorite superhero costume and run, walk, or soar to make a difference for Wichita's Littlest Heroes. This family-friendly event brings the community together to support children battling life-threatening medical conditions. Whether you're racing for the win or strolling with loved ones, every step helps provide hope and assistance to the incredible families we serve. Expect a day of fun, inspiration, and community spirit as we champion the real heroes among us! Wichita's Littlest Hereos is an amazing local organization aiding children in our very own community battling life alteriing pediatric diagnosis's! WLH provides financial assistance, hospital visits, free fun famiily events, parent facebook page, zoo/museum memberships and so much more! This event is a fun-family event with a 5K Run/Walk that will feature DJ Carbon, Facepainting, Bouncy hou

Question:  Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP?  Answer:  YES! Like Running or Walking?  Love Donuts?  This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious donut waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15 Half - Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile regis

Experience the 2026 Prairie Fire Race Series, presented by Davis-Moore Automotive Group! Runners who take on the Back 2 Back Challenge—completing both the Spring and Fall races—will earn an exclusive Prairie Fire Branded Puffy Vest, awarded at the Fall race! Spring Events: Half Marathon (13.1 miles)5K Run (Timed)Mayor’s Friendly 5K (Untimed) — perfect for duos who want all the fun without the competition! All races start at Century II Plaza, 225 W. Douglas Street, Wichita, KS. Your registration includes: Race entryCommemorative shirt and medalFree online race photos (Spring & Fall!) Join the fun, set your pace, and be part of Wichita’s premier running event!

Light the Path is more than a walk—it’s a moment to come together as a community, lighting the way for God to move through prayer, praise, and unity. As we walk side by side, we create space for hope, connection, and faith to shine bright in our city. Families, friends, and neighbors will gather to walk in unity, lift their voices in praise, and create space for powerful moments of prayer and connection. The experience doesn’t stop at the walk—enjoy live music, food trucks, onsite community resources, and local vendors throughout the event. Community leaders will join together in prayer, covering our city, our families, and this moment with hope and purpose. Whether you come to walk, worship, connect, or simply be present, Light the Path is a celebration of faith, unity, and community in motion.

It's time to Conquer the Campus with the 3rd annual 1-mile and 5k run, walk and stroll and kids fun run on Saturday, May 16th at our Wichita campus.  It's fun for all paces and ages so sign up with your immediate family or a friend and join your co-workers for the event. Entry is free and all participants who register by April 1st will receive a race t-shirt and finisher medal. We'll have post-race fun at the finish line with food, games, and more for everyone to enjoy.  The events will be chip timed and top finisher medals will be awarded in designated age categories (only the 5k). Age groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ Deadline to sign up is April 1, 2026 (Guarantees t-shirt and medal)Packet pick-up will be May 13th-15th on the Koch campusThe 5k starts at 9:00 AM, followed by the 1-mile event at 9:10 AM, and the Kids Run (200 meters) starts at approximately 10:00AM (following the 5k) Map Routes 9:00AM- 5k: CTC 5K - MapMyRun 9:10AM- 1 Mile: CTC 1 M

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Pacers for the half marathon Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid

Get your game face on and challenge family and friends! Join us for the 50th anniversary of the Fidelity Bank River Run starting on Douglas, north of Century II.Full route details will be announced soon. Race results will be available at TimerGuys.com.  All registrants receive: - One Adult Riverfest Button- A Commemorative T-shirt- A Finisher Medallion (received upon finishing race).(T-shirt sizes and availability are first come, first served.) Race Day Schedule & Start Times: Marriott International CEC 10K: 7:15amKatie Partridge Memorial 5k Wheelchair: 7:35amKatie Partidge Memorial 5k:  7:45amAwards Ceremony: 8:45amFamily Fun Run: 9:15amLane Enterprises Tot Trot: 10:30am Race Events and Pricing: Marriott International CEC 10K RaceStart Time: 7:15 a.m. Adult (13 and over): Early Bird (through Feb. 28, 2026): $50After Feb. 28: $55 Youth (12 and under): Early Bird (through Feb. 28, 2026): $40After Feb. 28: $45 Katie Partridge Memorial 5K / Wheelchair RaceStart Times: Wheelchair 7:35

It's a run for everyone! A 0.5k BEER RUN! (That's right, 0.5k... just 1/3 Mile or 546 yards or 1,640 feet!) You'll be done in less than 15 minutes, get a t shirt, a medal, and a couple of beers... all while helping the animals of the Kansas Humane Society!  Registration is limited to 300 Participants so sign up today!  PRICING*: Early Bird Registration: $30, Now thru March 31, 2026Pre Registration: $35, April 1 - April 30, 2026Regular Registrations: $40, May 1 - May 31, 2026Late Registration***: $45, June 1 - June 6, 2026*Please note that there is a $2.80 processing fee per transaction so if you are running with friends, sign up at the same time and only pay one transaction fee.)  ***While we will do our best to accommodate shirt selection and sizing, Late Registrants will not be guaranteed to receive their selected size and/or style of Commemorative Race Shirt. Packet Pick Up Friday June 5th 330p-630p at Side Pockets (Kellogg & Tyler) SCHEDULE Saturday June 6th 9:45 -

You will have it made in the shade at this fun event celebrating Summer, hosted by Wichita Running Company and Fartleks. Fartleks is Wichita's local running shop and smoothie stop. The Sunglass Run 5K is an event for the whole family with a 5K run/walk and kids run afterwards!  All participants will receive a finishers medal and a pair of sunglasses!  5K participants will receive a pair of the popular Goodr sunglasses that are designed to keep you looking cool while being active!  5K and Kids Run participants can also add an event shirt if they like for just $8! Sign up today and be part of the fun!

Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family. The fun includes – Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosFREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool offPlenty of hot fun in the summer sun! Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one! Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17! Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s da

We are bringing the I Wanna Rock 5K to Wichita! Pull out your vintage concert t-shirts and join us for a fun event featuring the rock and roll sounds of the 80's. There will be lots of heavy metal and hair bands featured in the soundtrack of this event. All participants will receive a heavy medal metal and compete for a high voltage age group and overall awards! Cool rock and roll t-shirts will be available for only $7. Don't miss out on this event!

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The Road Home race is a fundraiser for Passageways.  We work with homeless veterans and help them get back on their feet and into a place of their own.  We have hosted a 5K and 1-mile fun run for the last 8 years.  In recent years, we added a 10K, as well.    All races will start and end at the Plum building inside Sedgwick County Park.  This is a USATF-certified race, and the Timer Guys will do the timing.  The routes will be posted closer to the race, as will the schedule for the day.   Passageways Road Home is a very patriotic race with flags lining a good portion of the race route.  We also will have a Presentation of Colors and Singing of the National Anthem before the start of the race.  Your race bib will include a name of a fallen military hero, currently serving military member, or a veteran.  During registration, you will be given the option to list a name you would like on your bib.   Schedule of the DAY: 7AM - Registration 730:   1 Mile Fun Run Starts 7:50: Presentation of

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Pacers for the half marathon Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to ru

Get Ready for the 2026 Fall Race Series – Wichita’s Biggest Running Celebration! We can’t wait to see you at the 2026 Fall Race Series, featuring the Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and the Mayor’s Friendly 5K (untimed) — perfect for runners of all levels! The adventure kicks off along the Arkansas River just as the sun rises over the Wichita skyline. Feel the energy as you wind your way through downtown Wichita, past historic neighborhoods, through scenic parks, and along the river’s edge before crossing the finish line at Equity Bank Park — where the cheers will be waiting! Join the fun all weekend long!Packet Pick-Up & Vendor Expo: Saturday, Oct. 10 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Race Day: Marathon & Half Marathon – 7:10 a.m. start5K – 7:30 a.m. start After your run, don’t rush off — the celebration’s just getting started! Enjoy the post-race party with delicious runner’s food and beverages, local vendors, and the awards ceremony. Come for the race, stay for the party — and discover everythin

Join us for the annual Pumpkin Run 5K on the beautiful Wichita State University campus! Celebrate fall with fellow runners, walkers, and Shockers at one of Wichita State’s favorite traditions! Pumpkin Run participants will receive an event T-shirt and Finisher Medal, with awards presented to top finishers in each age group and overall winners. Can’t make it in person this year? Race with us virtually! You’ll still get this year’s shirt and medal, and you can complete your run on your own schedule. Running with friends? Invite them to join using your personalized referral link! When five or more friends register with your code, you’ll earn $15 off your own registration through our Referral Program. Little Pumpkins Welcome!Our Little Pumpkin Run 1K Fun Run is perfect for kids 10 and under. Each child receives a T-shirt and Finisher Medal. Charity Partner:This year, $1 from every registration will go toward the 2026 Charity Partner: Suspenders4Hope™, supporting mental health awareness and

Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon!  A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untim

Planet Fitness Wichita's OctoberFit 5/10K is a spooktacular event! The OctoberFit 5/10K race is PF's way to give back to the community of Wichita by partnering with the local Boys and Girls Club of South Central Kansas. Proceeds raised through our OctoberFit campaign will help raise money benefiting the youth of BGCSCK and the outstanding programs they provide! Sign up today for a fangtastic race and support our community.  START/FINISH LOCATION: 2101 W Sim Park Dr, Wichita. This is one mile west of the Wichita Art Museum along Museum Blvd/West Sim Park Dr at the workout park. Parking is available at 2101 W. Sim Park Dr or the new Botanica parking lot just east of the start/finish line. The race route will take you along the bike path on the north side of the Arkansas River past Cowtown & Keeper of the Plains to Exploration Place and return along the bike path south of the Arkansas River. A short jog across the "red bridge" returns you to the Start/Finish line. When

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k/Half Marathon!  A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, yo

The Say Grace Race is GraceMed’s signature fundraising event and is also Wichita’s largest local 5K race. The annual family-friendly event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many in our community. We invite you to come out with family and friends to run, walk, or stroll through Midtown, one of Wichita’s most historic neighborhoods. Then enjoy all your holiday indulgences GUILT FREE! Participant perks include: CHIP timing, race t-shirt, finisher medal, unique awards for overall and age-group winners, team awards, fruit and water. Packet Pick-UpGraceMed Administration Building, 1150 N. Broadway Monday, November 24 9:00 am – 5:00 pmTuesday, November 25 9:00 am – 5:00 pmWednesday, November 26 9:00 am – 5:00 pm You may also pick-up your packet on the morning of the race on the east side of the 1122 N. Topeka St. building.Packets will be available for pick-up from 8:00 am to 9:00 am Online registration will close on 11/26 at noon. Same day registration will be available on-site the morn

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k!  A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22! 5k/10k/15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to