Inaugural - Take the Tower
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Past event
3:23 PM CST
Wichita, Kansas
$20.23 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting new way to ring in the New Year at the inaugural "Take the Tower" event on Sunday, December 31, 2023, in Wichita, Sedgwick! This unique race offers a fresh twist on the traditional running experience. Participants will embark on a checkpoint-based adventure, covering a total distance between 3 to 6 miles. The checkpoints, which will be revealed just one hour before the race begins, include iconic locations like the Troll Statue and the Waterwalk Parking Garage, where you'll need to snap selfies at all four spots to complete the challenge.
Unlike traditional races, "Take the Tower" promotes a fun and informal atmosphere without timers, medals, or road closures. Instead, you'll race against others to be the first to visit all checkpoints and return to the Clock Tower. Don't forget to bring your phone for those photo ops! Plus, all proceeds from the event will benefit the Prairie Travelers. Join us for a memorable day of fun, fitness, and community spirit as we close out 2023 in style! Check-in starts at Fartleks, and the race kicks off at 2:23 PM—be there and be part of this unforgettable celebration!
Unlike traditional races, "Take the Tower" promotes a fun and informal atmosphere without timers, medals, or road closures. Instead, you'll race against others to be the first to visit all checkpoints and return to the Clock Tower. Don't forget to bring your phone for those photo ops! Plus, all proceeds from the event will benefit the Prairie Travelers. Join us for a memorable day of fun, fitness, and community spirit as we close out 2023 in style! Check-in starts at Fartleks, and the race kicks off at 2:23 PM—be there and be part of this unforgettable celebration!
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Take the Tower
Entries closed3:23 PM CST
$20.23
Organiser's description
_CHECKPOINT REVEAL:___
_You will be required to take a selfie at all 4 checkpoints to finish. Complete all 4 in any order!_
* _FIRST GEAR w/ Raquel (111 N Mosley St)_
* _SENECA PARK w/Pickleball Player in Background or on the Pickleball court (202 S Seneca St)_
* _TROLL STATUE w/ Troll Statue (777 W Central Ave)_
* _WATERWALK Parking Garage w/ Wichita Skyline background must be taken from very top of garage. (515 S Main St)_
_NOT A TRADITIONAL EVENT! READ DETAILS!_
Since there are no New Year's races within 100 miles of Wichita this year, we decided it was time for something new and different to end 2023 in the ICT.
This is a race but with no set route, aid stations, race shirts, metals, timers, or any road closures. However, we will have a small finisher prize. All runners are responsible for their safety and follow all pedestrian safety laws and regulations. This is a checkpoint-based event and the checkpoints will be revealed 1 hour before the event starts. Total distance will be between 3-6 miles. The winner is first to all checkpoints and back to the Clock Tower.
Bring your phone for photos during the run, you will be required to take a selfie at at least one of the checkpoints
Proceeds raised will be donated to the Prairie Travelers! https://prairiesunsettrail.org/prairie-travelers-inc/
All runners will need to check in at Fartleks before the race.
CHECKPOINT REVEAL: 1:23 pm December 31st, 2023
RACE BEGIN: 2:23 December 31st, 2023
PRIZES MALE & FEMALE
1st - $60 Gift Card , 2nd - $40 Gift Card, 3rd - $20 Gift Card to Fartleks Running Shop
_You will be required to take a selfie at all 4 checkpoints to finish. Complete all 4 in any order!_
* _FIRST GEAR w/ Raquel (111 N Mosley St)_
* _SENECA PARK w/Pickleball Player in Background or on the Pickleball court (202 S Seneca St)_
* _TROLL STATUE w/ Troll Statue (777 W Central Ave)_
* _WATERWALK Parking Garage w/ Wichita Skyline background must be taken from very top of garage. (515 S Main St)_
_NOT A TRADITIONAL EVENT! READ DETAILS!_
Since there are no New Year's races within 100 miles of Wichita this year, we decided it was time for something new and different to end 2023 in the ICT.
This is a race but with no set route, aid stations, race shirts, metals, timers, or any road closures. However, we will have a small finisher prize. All runners are responsible for their safety and follow all pedestrian safety laws and regulations. This is a checkpoint-based event and the checkpoints will be revealed 1 hour before the event starts. Total distance will be between 3-6 miles. The winner is first to all checkpoints and back to the Clock Tower.
Bring your phone for photos during the run, you will be required to take a selfie at at least one of the checkpoints
Proceeds raised will be donated to the Prairie Travelers! https://prairiesunsettrail.org/prairie-travelers-inc/
All runners will need to check in at Fartleks before the race.
CHECKPOINT REVEAL: 1:23 pm December 31st, 2023
RACE BEGIN: 2:23 December 31st, 2023
PRIZES MALE & FEMALE
1st - $60 Gift Card , 2nd - $40 Gift Card, 3rd - $20 Gift Card to Fartleks Running Shop
Location
535 W Douglas Ave, 130, Wichita, 67213, KS, United States
Inaugural - Take the Tower
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