2026 Spring Prairie Fire & Back-to-Back Challenge
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Wichita, Kansas
- Price $38.10 - $223.60
- Races 9 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
All races kick off at the iconic Century II Plaza, located at 225 W. Douglas Street, Wichita, KS. As part of your registration, you'll receive a commemorative shirt and medal, along with free online race photos to capture your achievements in both the Spring and Fall races. Plus, those who complete both the Spring and Fall events will earn an exclusive Prairie Fire Branded Puffy Vest! Join in the excitement, set your pace, and be part of Wichita's premier running celebration!
Organiser's Description
Runners who take on the Back 2 Back Challengecompleting both the Spring and Fall raceswill earn an exclusive Prairie Fire Branded Puffy Vest, awarded at the Fall race!
SPRING EVENTS:
* Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
* 5K Run (Timed)
* Mayors 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 entry
* Commemorative shirt and medal
* Free online race photos (Spring & Fall!)
_JOIN THE FUN, SET YOUR PACE, AND BE PART OF WICHITAS PREMIER RUNNING EVENT!_
Races
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Spring Half Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$85.80
Experience Wichita like never before at the 2026 Spring Prairie Fire Half Marathon! This USATF-certified single-loop course starts in the heart of downtown, winds past iconic landmarks, and follows the beautiful Arkansas River before finishing with a triumphant return to Century II. -
Spring 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:50AM CDT)
$38.10
Chase your next PR at the 2026 Spring Prairie Fire 5K! This fast, flat course winds through the heart of downtown Wichita, where the energy of the city and cheering crowds will keep your pace on fire from start to finish. -
Mayor's Friendly 5K (Untimed 5K)
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:50AM CDT)
$59.30
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. $7.60 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:50AM CDT)
$117.60
Double the races, double the rewards! Plan your year with our 2026 Spring and Fall Back2Back 5K races sign up early to save your spot and snag a discount! Finish both events to earn an exclusive Back2Back medal and a Prairie Firebranded commemorative vest. -
Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall Half
Incl. $10.30 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:50AM CDT)
$165.30
Double the races, double the rewards! Plan your year with our 2026 Back2Back Spring 5K and Fall half marathon races sign up early to save your spot and snag a discount! Finish both events to earn an exclusive Back2Back medal and a Prairie Firebranded commemorative vest. -
Back to Back Spring Half to Fall Half
Incl. $13.00 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$213.00
Double the races, double the rewards! Plan your year with our 2026 Back2Back Spring and Fall half marathon races sign up early to save your spot and snag a discount! Finish both events to earn an exclusive Back2Back medal and a Prairie Firebranded commemorative vest. -
Back to Back Spring Half to Fall Full
Incl. $13.60 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$223.60
Double the races, double the rewards! Plan your year with our 2026 Back2Back Spring half marathon and Fall marathon races sign up early to save your spot and snag a discount! Finish both events to earn an exclusive Back2Back medal and a Prairie Firebranded commemorative vest. -
Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall Full
Incl. $10.90 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:50AM CDT)
$175.90
Double the races, double the rewards! Plan your year with our 2026 Back2Back Spring 5K and Fall marathon races sign up early to save your spot and snag a discount! Finish both events to earn an exclusive Back2Back medal and a Prairie Firebranded commemorative vest. -
Back to Back Spring Half to Fall 5K
Incl. $10.60 Fee & Performance Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$170.60
Double the races, double the rewards! Plan your year with our 2026 Back2Back Spring half marathon and Fall 5K races sign up early to save your spot and snag a discount! Finish both events to earn an exclusive Back2Back medal and a Prairie Firebranded commemorative vest.
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