Tanker Trot
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Wichita, Kansas
- Price $54.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2026 Tanker Trot, taking place on Saturday, October 24th, at the iconic McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, Sedgwick! This unique 5K race offers participants a rare opportunity to run on an active military installation, all while immersing themselves in the thrilling world of military aviation. Kicking off Airshow Weekend, the Tanker Trot promises an exhilarating atmosphere where community and fitness come together.
Starting at 9:30 AM, runners will enjoy exclusive perks, including a long-sleeve event shirt, a finisher medal, and the chance to compete for age group awards. Plus, the top male and female finishers will receive special Airshow-branded water bottles! With only 500 spots available, registration is limited—so don’t wait to secure your place in this one-of-a-kind race experience. After crossing the finish line, participants can access the Airshow through an expedited lane, ensuring a full day of excitement. Embrace the challenge, bring your energy, and be part of a race like no other at the Tanker Trot 5K!
Starting at 9:30 AM, runners will enjoy exclusive perks, including a long-sleeve event shirt, a finisher medal, and the chance to compete for age group awards. Plus, the top male and female finishers will receive special Airshow-branded water bottles! With only 500 spots available, registration is limited—so don’t wait to secure your place in this one-of-a-kind race experience. After crossing the finish line, participants can access the Airshow through an expedited lane, ensuring a full day of excitement. Embrace the challenge, bring your energy, and be part of a race like no other at the Tanker Trot 5K!
Organiser's Description
_RUN THE RUNWAY. SEE THE AIR FORCE UP CLOSE. JOIN THE 2026 TANKER TROT!_
Ever wished you could run the Air Force for a day? Nows your chance.
SIGN UP FOR THE TANKER TROT 5K AND KICK OFF AIRSHOW WEEKEND WITH A ONEOFAKIND RACE EXPERIENCE RIGHT ON MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE.
This event blends community, fitness, and the thrill of military aviation - all before the Thunderbirds take to the sky.
_LIMITED TO 500 RUNNERS REGISTER NOW BEFORE SPOTS FILL!_
PLEASE REVIEW THE INFORMATION BELOW CAREFULLY SO YOU KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT ON RACE DAY
RACE DAY HIGHLIGHTS
*
5K Begins at 9:30AM
*
Run on McConnell AFB - a rare opportunity to run on an active military installation
*
Exclusive Tanker Trot LongSleeve Shirt
*
Finisher Medal for All Participants
*
AgeGroup Awards (6 categories, 1st place male & female)
*
Overall Awards - Airshowbranded water bottle for top male & female finishers
*
FamilyFriendly Access to the Airshow after the race
WHERE IT ALL HAPPENS
The Tanker Trot starts and finishes on the Airshow Ramp at McConnell Air Force Base, giving runners an upclose view of the aircraft and mission that fuel the fight.
Your Registration Includes:
*
Race entry
*
Longsleeve event shirt
*
Finisher medal
*
Access to the Airshow through an expedited Tanker Trot lane until 11:00AM
*
A frontrow start to one of the biggest events in Kansas
Medals are guaranteed only for registrations received by SEPTEMBER 21. Registrations after September 21 are not guaranteed a finisher medal.
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Runners may purchase entry for up to two adult (18+) spectators. Spectators must follow the same base access and ID requirements as runners and will receive a spectator sticker in the runners packet. Spectators can enjoy designated viewing areas and may enter the Airshow with their runner.
FIND FULL RACE DETAILS
All event information - including parking, base access, permitted items, awards, and raceday timelines - can be found here: https://refuelmcconnell.com/tanker-trot/
Airshow FAQ's can be found here: https://frontiersinflight.com/faq/
_**THE TANKER TROT 5K WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 9:30AM AND CONCLUDE AT 10:30AM. AWARDS WILL TAKE PLACE AT 10:15AM. BECAUSE THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE ON AN ACTIVE MILITARY INSTALLATION DURING AIRSHOW OPERATIONS, THE RACE MUST REMAIN ON A STRICT TIMELINE._
_PLEASE PLAN YOUR PACE ACCORDINGLY AND ENSURE YOU ARE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE WITHIN THE ONEHOUR WINDOW.**_
THERE WILL BE NO WATER STATIONS ON THE COURSE. THIS IS A SAFETY REQUIREMENT TO PREVENT FOREIGN OBJECT DEBRIS (FOD) ON THE ACTIVE AIRFIELD. WATER WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE FINISH LINE FOR ALL RUNNERS.
NO LATE OR DAYOF REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED DUE TO BASE ACCESS REQUIREMENTS.
SET YOUR PACE, BRING YOUR ENERGY, AND BE PART OF A RACE EXPERIENCE YOU CANT GET ANYWHERE ELSE.
Ever wished you could run the Air Force for a day? Nows your chance.
SIGN UP FOR THE TANKER TROT 5K AND KICK OFF AIRSHOW WEEKEND WITH A ONEOFAKIND RACE EXPERIENCE RIGHT ON MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE.
This event blends community, fitness, and the thrill of military aviation - all before the Thunderbirds take to the sky.
_LIMITED TO 500 RUNNERS REGISTER NOW BEFORE SPOTS FILL!_
PLEASE REVIEW THE INFORMATION BELOW CAREFULLY SO YOU KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT ON RACE DAY
RACE DAY HIGHLIGHTS
*
5K Begins at 9:30AM
*
Run on McConnell AFB - a rare opportunity to run on an active military installation
*
Exclusive Tanker Trot LongSleeve Shirt
*
Finisher Medal for All Participants
*
AgeGroup Awards (6 categories, 1st place male & female)
*
Overall Awards - Airshowbranded water bottle for top male & female finishers
*
FamilyFriendly Access to the Airshow after the race
WHERE IT ALL HAPPENS
The Tanker Trot starts and finishes on the Airshow Ramp at McConnell Air Force Base, giving runners an upclose view of the aircraft and mission that fuel the fight.
Your Registration Includes:
*
Race entry
*
Longsleeve event shirt
*
Finisher medal
*
Access to the Airshow through an expedited Tanker Trot lane until 11:00AM
*
A frontrow start to one of the biggest events in Kansas
Medals are guaranteed only for registrations received by SEPTEMBER 21. Registrations after September 21 are not guaranteed a finisher medal.
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Runners may purchase entry for up to two adult (18+) spectators. Spectators must follow the same base access and ID requirements as runners and will receive a spectator sticker in the runners packet. Spectators can enjoy designated viewing areas and may enter the Airshow with their runner.
FIND FULL RACE DETAILS
All event information - including parking, base access, permitted items, awards, and raceday timelines - can be found here: https://refuelmcconnell.com/tanker-trot/
Airshow FAQ's can be found here: https://frontiersinflight.com/faq/
_**THE TANKER TROT 5K WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 9:30AM AND CONCLUDE AT 10:30AM. AWARDS WILL TAKE PLACE AT 10:15AM. BECAUSE THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE ON AN ACTIVE MILITARY INSTALLATION DURING AIRSHOW OPERATIONS, THE RACE MUST REMAIN ON A STRICT TIMELINE._
_PLEASE PLAN YOUR PACE ACCORDINGLY AND ENSURE YOU ARE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE WITHIN THE ONEHOUR WINDOW.**_
THERE WILL BE NO WATER STATIONS ON THE COURSE. THIS IS A SAFETY REQUIREMENT TO PREVENT FOREIGN OBJECT DEBRIS (FOD) ON THE ACTIVE AIRFIELD. WATER WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE FINISH LINE FOR ALL RUNNERS.
NO LATE OR DAYOF REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED DUE TO BASE ACCESS REQUIREMENTS.
SET YOUR PACE, BRING YOUR ENERGY, AND BE PART OF A RACE EXPERIENCE YOU CANT GET ANYWHERE ELSE.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$54.50
CLOSEDRegistration includes: T-Shirt, Racing Bib with Timing Chip, Finisher Tanker Trot Custom Medal **The Tanker Trot 5K will begin promptly at 9:30am and conclude at 10:30am. Awards will take place at 10:15. Because this event takes place on an active military installation during Airshow operations, the race must remain on a strict timeline. Please plan your pace accordingly and ensure you are able to complete the course within the onehour window. No late or day of registration will be accepted due to base access requirements.
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7751 E Pawnee St, Wichita, 67202, KS, United States
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