What race distances can I run in Wichita?
Wichita has 5K (22), 10K (13), Half Marathon (8). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Kansas · Race calendar
2026-2027 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.
24 upcoming races · 11 with finish-time stats
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.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k Wichita, KSFrom $37Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Spooky Sprint- Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Tanker Trot Wichita, KSRegistration closedFrom $50Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026OctoberFit Races 5K/10K Wichita, KSFrom $40Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Lexi’s 5K Wichita, KSFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Sheriff's Benefit Fund Run Wichita, KSFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Trinity Trot 5K and Fun Run Wichita, KSFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 202651st Annual Wichita Turkey Trot Wichita, KSFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Turkey Trails- Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Say Grace Thanksgiving Day 5K Race Wichita, KSFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 12, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Wichita, KSFrom $25Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026Candy Cane Course - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $27Details Sat, Jan 23, 2027Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Cold Front - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Wichita State Engineering 5K Wichita, KSFrom $15Details Sun, Mar 14, 2027Wichita St Patrick's Day 5K Wichita, KSRegistration opens Nov 4From $27Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027DoNot Stop Half Marathon 5K/10K - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Superhero 5k/1 mile Family Fun Walk Wichita, KSRegistration opens Feb 1, 2027From $40Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Fidelity Bank River Run 2027 Wichita, KSFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Side Pockets .5K BeerRun for KHS Wichita, KSFrom $30Details Sun, Jun 6, 2027Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details Sun, Jul 25, 2027Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details Sun, Sep 19, 2027Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5K/10K - Wichita Wichita, KSFrom $22Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Wichita. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 Oct 15, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Wichita
When is race season in Wichita?
October is the busiest month for races in Wichita, with 6 of the 24, followed by November with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Wichita races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 11 races in Wichita with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:07, 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.