2026 Fall Prairie Fire Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Mayor's Friendly 5K presented by Davis-Moore Automotive Group
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 7:10AM CDT
- Location Wichita, Kansas
- Price $149.40 - $284.50
- Races 10 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
The excitement kicks off at sunrise along the picturesque Arkansas River, where you'll experience the lively atmosphere as you race through Downtown Wichita, passing historic neighborhoods and scenic parks. Runners will cross the finish line at Equity Bank Park, greeted by cheers and a fantastic post-race party complete with delicious food, refreshing beverages, and local vendors. Join the fun all weekend long, starting with packet pick-up and a vendor expo on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event where you can come for the race, stay for the party, and discover everything Wichita has to offer! Let's make 2026 a race to remember!
Organiser's Description
We cant wait to see you at the 2026 FALL RACE SERIES, featuring the MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, 5K, AND THE MAYORS 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 RIVERS 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. start
* 5K 7:30 a.m. start
After your run, dont rush off the celebrations just getting started! Enjoy the POST-RACE PARTY with delicious runners food and beverages, local vendors, and the awards ceremony.
COME FOR THE RACE, STAY FOR THE PARTY AND DISCOVER EVERYTHING WICHITA HAS TO OFFER.
LETS MAKE 2026 A RACE TO REMEMBER!
Races
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Fall Marathon
Incl. Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:10AM CDT)
The Prairie Fire Fall Marathon (26.2 miles) is a USATF Certified Race and a Boston Marathon Qualifier that promises a fast and exciting course taking runners through the heart of Wichita. -
Fall Half Marathon
Incl. Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:10AM CDT)
The Prairie Fire Fall Half Marathon (13.1 miles) is a USATF Certified Race and a Boston Marathon Qualifier that promises a fast and exciting course taking runners through the heart of Wichita. -
Fall 5K
Incl. Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
The Prairie Fire Fall 5K (3.1 miles) is a USATF Certified Race that promises a fast and exciting course taking runners through the heart of Wichita. -
Mayor's Friendly 5K (Untimed 5K)
Incl. Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
Run, walk, and laugh your way through Wichita! The Mayors Friendly 5K (non-timed) is perfect for friends, families, and first-timers. Stroll or stride your way through a beautiful downtown route its all about fun, not finish times. -
Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall 5K
Incl. $9.40 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$149.40
CLOSED -
Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall Half
Incl. $12.40 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$202.40
CLOSED -
Back to Back Spring Half to Fall Half
Incl. $13.50 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:10AM CDT)
$263.50
CLOSED -
Back to Back Spring Half to Fall Full
Incl. $14.50 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:10AM CDT)
$284.50
CLOSED -
Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall Full
Incl. $14.20 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:10AM CDT)
$234.20
CLOSED -
Back to Back Spring Half to Fall 5K
Incl. $12.40 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$202.40
CLOSED
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275 S McLean Blvd., Wichita, 67213, KS, United States
2026 Fall Prairie Fire Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Mayor's Friendly 5K presented by Davis-Moore Automotive Group
