RACE CALENDAR

• MAY 2021

  • Sunday, May 30, 2021, 5:00 PM

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    Get Your Rear In Gear 919 N Seneca St, Wichita, KS Distance: 5K NEW IN PERSON LOCATION:  919 N Seneca St, Wichita Across from the Mid-American All-Indian Museum LOCATION for VIRTUAL: Anywhere you would like!  Virtual opening ceremony right here on our website!  Feel like you are at the event with us!  Race shirt included. Special contests and prizes for our virtual participants (information coming soon!)   FEES: Through May 27 at midnight **Colorectal cancer patients and survivors register for Free** Adult: $25 Youth (12 and under): $10 Virtual Participant: $20 **NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION** Please note: fees are non-refundable and race bibs are non-transferable.  Only participants who pre-register up to 3 weeks before the race are guaranteed a race shirt.   Online Registration closes Wednesday, May 27 at midnight DIRECTIONS & PARKING: Plenty of parking around the soccer complex.  Follow the signs directing you to the area where the race is. 5k COURSE MAP:  5k WE NEED YOU!!  We could not do this without our volunteers!  Volunteer opportunities available before, during and after the event.  SIGN UP coming soon.  2021 Fundraising Incentives!  You can help make an impact in your community by fundraising today!  Money stays local in the Wichita area.  You must be a registered participant to earn incentives.

• JUNE 2021

  • Saturday, June 5, 2021, 7:00 AM

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    Ramon Criss Storm the Dam Trail Run presented by W Investments Amphitheatre - El Dorado State Park, El Dorado, KS Distance: Half Marathon, 10K & 5K The half marathon, 10K and 5K come with challenging single track trail.  Storm up the dam and enjoy lake views as you run along the lakeshore.  Grassy moderate rolling hills of the Boulder Bluff horse trail await you next, work your way through the Walnut Ridge Trail before crossing the finish line near the amphitheater. No bicycles, automobiles, roller skates, roller blades, skateboards, baby joggers, or animals allowed on the course.  Six volunteer staffed aid stations await you with food and hydration. No cups, you must provide your own handheld or backpack. Stations will be used as refill areas.

  • Saturday, June 5, 2021, 8:00 PM	REGISTER >
    Light Up The Night 5k For CF Virtual Distance: 5k   Join us in the third annual Light Up The Night 5k For CF. Due to COVID-19, the event has been moved virtually, but this allows you to run/walk wherever you want! All proceeds go towards the CF Foundation to raise money and awareness for cystic fibrosis research! Files: Race Flyer: Page 1 (PDF) Race Flyer: Page 2 (PDF)

  • Saturday, June 12, 2021, 7:30 AM

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    Flying Angels Summer Classic Cessna Activity Center (2744 George Washington Blvd.) Wichita, KS Distance: 2 mile and 5K Come run with us in the inaugural Flying Angels XC Summer Classic, June 12, 2021 at Cessna Activity Center.  This race will be an exciting cross country style format with a 5K race for High School/Open racers and a 2 mile option for Middle School and 10 & Under runners.  This race will support The Flying Angels Cross Country team.  The Flying Angels is a Wichita area distance running club for kids ages 6-18.  The goal of the Flying Angels is to create community amongst youth runners and their families, develop a love for the life long sport of running, and provide kids an opportunity to race locally, regionally, and nationally.  For running clubs, the challenge during the Covid-19 Pandemic has been finding ways to keep our members actively engaged and to offer them opportunities to race while large events are being canceled or going virtual. We are excited to extend this opportunity to race, not only to our club members but to any athlete who is interested in competing. The Summer Classic includes the following Cross Country Races:    7:30 am  5K race (Ages high school/open)  Age Divisions will be 15-18, 19-25, 25-34, 35-54, & 55+ 8:15 am  2 Mile race (Ages 11-14) Age Divisions will be 11-12 and 13-14 9:00 am  2 Mile race (Ages 10 and under) Age Divisions will be 8 & U and 9-10  Entry Fees: $25 5K Race Participants  $15 2 MILE Race Participants Prices include race fees and medals for top three male and female runners in each age division for each race. Registration/Packet Pickup:  Register online through www.runsignup.com In-person race day registration will be available.  Packet pickup will begin at 6:00am on Saturday, June 12 (race day) at Cessna Activity Center.  The race will be held regardless of weather conditions.  Results:  Races are chip timed by Timer Guys. Results will be posted at the timing station and online shortly after each race.     Files: Race Flyer: Page 1 (PDF)

• JULY 2021

  • Saturday, July 10, 2021, 5:30 AM	REGISTER >
    Walnut River Gravel Run East Park - 100 S. Woodland, El Dorado, KS Distance: 50K, Marathon & Half Marathon The Walnut River Gravel Run is dirt roads, rolling hills and prairie. During the race you will see wheat, soybeans, cotton, hay, sorgum, and corn. Cattle will be your biggest spectators!

  • Saturday, July 10, 2021, 7:30 AM

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    Run For The Paws 203 W Hillside, Wellington, KS Distance: 5k and 1 mile Run For The Paws 5k and 1 mile run benefits the animals at the Wellington Humane Society. The Wellington Humane Society is 501(c) non-profit that serves Sumner County Kansas. We are a no kill shelter that opened to the public in December 2019. Our mission is to take in unwanted animals and find them loving, permanent homes. We receive no city or county funding, and rely on donations to care for the animals at our shelter. All proceeds from this run goes towards providing food and medical care for those currently living at the shelter while they await their forever home.  The 5k will begin at 7:30am and the 1 mile will begin at 8 am on July 10th, 2021. This event is part of the Wellington Wheat Festival (July 7th-10th). Both races will be held at the Wellington Humane Society, 203 W Hillside. Course will be a mix of road, gravel, and sidewalk. T-shirts will be guaranteed to those who pre-register by 12:00pm (noon) on June 13th, 2021. Packets can be picked up at the Wellington Humane Society on Friday July 9th from 2-7pm or on race day beginning at 6:30am. Finisher medals will be awarded to all participants and trophies given to top male and top female in the 5k. Post race refreshments will be provided for both races and there will be 1 aid station at the halfway point for the 5k.  Files: Race Flyer: Page 1 (PDF)

  • Saturday, July 24, 2021, 5:30 PM

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    Clapp for Margaritas Clapp Park, 4611 E Harry, Wichita, KS Distance: 3 Mile   Join us at Clapp Park for Clapp for Margaritas, a fun 3-mile run on paved paths. This unique race is sure to be a good time! All skill levels are encouraged to participate whether you’re an avid runner or want to come out and walk and enjoy margaritas. All participants will be timed with awards for top three males and females, as well as top three in the following age groups: 21-30, 31-40, 41-50,51-60, 60+. Links: Race Flyer: (LINK)

• AUGUST 2021

  • Saturday, August 7, 2021, 8:00 AM	REGISTER >
    Haulin Balls East Park, El Dorado, KS Distance: 19K, 5K, & 1K Links: Race Flyer: (LINK)

  • Saturday, August 21, 2021, 5:00 PM

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    Party in the 060 5K 706 Sarah Lane, Haysville, KS Distance: 5K    COST · $15 - 17yrs and Under - Ends Aug 20 · $25 - Early Bird - Ends July 3rd · $30 - Pre Registration - Ends Aug 20 · $35 - Day of Event - Ends Aug @ 4:30pm!    DETAILS: · Check-In/Registration/Packet Pick-Up         begins August 20 from 12-7pm @ the HAC (523 Sarah Lane).          · Day Of Packet Pick-Up starts at 8:00am inside the Activity Center. · Race begins & ends in Riggs Park on the bike path near the Band Shell        (706 Sarah Lane). · Race starts at 5:00pm sharp. · Race will be run on both roads & bike paths.  · Maximum time is 1 hour & 15 minutes. · Participants receive a custom tech shirt. · Must be registered by July 31 to guarantee shirt size.  · Post Race Food and Drinks! · Chip Timed.

• SEPTEMBER 2021

  • Sunday, September 12, 2021, 8:00 AM

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    3rd Annual Senior Services Heartland 5K Walk/Run 200 S Walnut, Wichita, 67213 Distance: 5K Run/1 Mile walk  Join us for our 3rd Annual Senior Services Heartland 5K, an event benefiting the programs offered by Senior Services Inc., of Wichita.  Our Senior Centers (Downtown, Linwood, Northeast, Orchard Park), Meals on Wheels, Roving Pantry, and Senior Employment programs. We are very excited to welcome everyone back to an in person event this year! Don't want to run or walk, but want to support the cause? Consider making a donation to Senior Services Inc., of Wichita.   Senior Services, Inc. of Wichita is dedicated to offering programs that allow older adults the opportunity to lead quality lives while continuing to make positive contributions to the community. Files: Race Flyer: Page 1 (PDF)

  • Saturday, September 18, 2021, 9:00 AM

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    Toons and Blooms 701 Amidon St, Wichita, KS Distance: 5 K   Midian Shrine Center is excited to present Tunes & Blooms on the Grand Lawn at Botanica in Wichita, Kansas.  This two day family fun event includes live music Friday and Saturday, a BBQ competition for adults and children, a cornhole competition, a 5K race, food and beverage sales, photo opportunities with the Midian Cartoons and Krazy Klowns and access to the gardens at Botanica.   Links: Race Flyer: (LINK)

• OCTOBER 2021

  • Saturday, October 30, 2021, 9:00 AM

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    Grace Hill Wine Run 5k Grace Hill Winery, Whitewater, KS Distance: 5K    Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? This race is for you! Registration includes: A race t-shirt, souvenir wine glass, finisher medal and a glass of wine (or soda for our under 21 runners) after the race! Join us on Saturday, October 30th, 2021 at 9:00am for an exciting new event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Grace Hill Winery! Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com. Considering a virtual event? Check out our Virtual Wine Run 5k, scroll down for more information! Awards: All participants receive a sweet finisher medal and a glass of wine, so there are no age group awards at this race, but we will have live results broken down into overall and age group format for you to view. SOCIAL DISTANCING UPDATE: This race will feature the following guidelines to ensure safety for participants, volunteers, and event staff Extended Packet Pickup Hours (and group pickup options) Open Start Line (race will not start as a group, your chip time starts when you start the race) Wave Starts (start times extended from 9-10am) Open Area - start line and race staging will be spread out to maximize social distancing Results - posted online only, all participants receive finisher medals (no age group ceremony) Post Race Party - wine tickets are good any time throughout the weekend to reduce group size at the Winery Free Transfer to Virtual Race. If conditions change, or you change your mind, we will ship your packet and swag to your address Social Distancing/Mask Wearing - participants will be required to follow the local health mandates in place at the time and location of the event but will not be required to wear a mask while running/walking. Our pre-race email will have reminders of current guidelines and our announcer will encourage these guidelines at the event as well. FAQ's Is the race only for 21+? No, minors are welcome to participate, but they will get a free soda instead of wine. Are strollers allowed? Yes Is walking allowed? Yes Is the race dog friendly? Yes, but please make sure you dog is on a leash.

• NOVEMBER 2021

  • Saturday, November 13, 2021, 8:00 AM	REGISTER >
    5 mile Run/Walk & Kids Runway Trot Stearman Field, Benton, KS Distance: 5 Mile   Links: Race Flyer: (LINK)