2026 Spring Prairie Fire & Back-to-Back Challenge
Race Date
May 3, 2026
Location
Wichita, KS
The Experience
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!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
Performance Shirt
Start Location
225 W. Douglas, Wichita, KS, 67202
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
KS25011TJD · Expires 2035 · 2025 Prairie Fire Spring Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Historical Performance
Median Finish
2:09:35
9:54/mi
Winning Time
1:10:30
5:23/mi
Finishers (2025)
804
States Represented
23 / 50
Gender Split
Finish Time Distribution
FASTER 25%
1:53:13
MEDIAN
2:09:35
SLOWER 25%
2:29:24
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
52°
Afternoon (High)
71°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Explore More Journeys
Can't make it to Wichita? Discover other experiences that match your running style.
Search All Races
Never miss
another
finish line.
Join our community of 350K+ half marathon runners. Get notified about new races, registration opens, and early bird pricing across all 50 states.