Kansas · Race calendar

Running Races in Wichita, Kansas

Upcoming running races in and near Wichita, Kansas - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.

20 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats

5K 1810K 8Half Marathon 4
Open map ↗

By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Wichita races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field165 finishersCandy Cane Course- Wichitain the 5KLongest-running51st year51st Annual Wichita Turkey Trotannual tradition
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Wichita I Wanna Rock 5K/10K Wichita, KS5K10K200 YardsFrom $36Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Race 4 Freedom 5K Run/Walk Wichita, KS5K1 MileFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 202610th Annual Road Home Race Wichita, KS10K5K1 MileFrom $20Details Sun, Sep 20, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Wichita Wichita, KS50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Church of the Blessed Sacrament's Oktoberfest Run for the Poor 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Wichita, KS5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Subaru Loves Wichita 5K Wichita, KS5K200 YardsFrom $26Details Fri, Oct 2, 2026DSSW Parade of Stars Impact Weekend 2026 Wichita, KS1 MileFrom $20Details Sun, Oct 11, 20262026 Fall Prairie Fire Marathon Wichita, KSMarathonHalf Marathon5KFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k Wichita, KS5K1KFrom $32Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Spooky Sprint- Wichita Wichita, KS50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Tanker Trot Wichita, KS5KFrom $50Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Planet Fitness Wichita OctoberFit Races 5K/10K Wichita, KS5K10KFrom $36Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Lexi’s 5K Wichita, KS5K1 MileFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Sheriff's Benefit Fund Run Wichita, KS10K5K2 MilesFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 202651st Annual Wichita Turkey Trot Wichita, KS2 Miles10 Miles83 YardsFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Turkey Trails- Wichita Wichita, KS50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Say Grace Thanksgiving Day 5K Race Wichita, KS5KFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 12, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Wichita, KS5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026Candy Cane Course- Wichita Wichita, KS50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $27Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Wichita State Engineering 5K Wichita, KS5KFrom $15Details

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Racing in Wichita

What race distances can I run in Wichita?

Wichita has 5K (18), 10K (8), Half Marathon (4). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.

When is race season in Wichita?

October is the busiest month for races in Wichita, with 8 of the 20, followed by September with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How early should I register for a race in Wichita?

11 of the 20 races in Wichita already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.

Are Wichita races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Wichita with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:15, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Where can I train for a race in Wichita?

Browse Wichita run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.