Spring Half Marathon

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.

Start Time:: 7:30am CDT
End Time:: 11:30am CDT

Registration Limit:: 700 spots left.
Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $80.00 Race Fee + $5.80 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $85.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$80.00 Race Fee + $5.80 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$85.00 Race Fee + $6.10 SignUp Fee

Spring 5K

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.

Start Time:: 7:50am CDT
End Time:: 9:30am CDT

Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.10 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $40.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$35.00 Race Fee + $3.10 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$40.00 Race Fee + $3.40 SignUp Fee

Mayor's Friendly 5K

Run, walk, and laugh your way through Wichita! The Mayor’s Friendly 5K (non-timed) is perfect for friends, families, and first-timers. Stroll or stride your way through a beautiful downtown route — it’s all about fun, not finish times.

Start Time:: 7:50am CDT
End Time:: 9:30am CDT

Registration Limit:: 178 spots left.
Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $55.00 Race Fee + $4.30 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Registration closes on December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST and re-opens on January 1, 2026 at 12:00am CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$55.00 Race Fee + $4.30 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$55.00 Race Fee + $4.30 SignUp Fee

Multi-Person Pricing for Mayor's Friendly 5K

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Group Type	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	March 31, 2026, 11:59pm CDT	2 runners for $55 (2 Registrants)	$55.00 Race Fee + $4.30 SignUp Fee
April 1, 2026, 12:00am CDT	May 2, 2026, 4:00pm CDT	2 runners for $60 (2 Registrants)	$60.00 Race Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee

Back To Back Spring 5K to Fall 5K

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 Fire–branded commemorative vest.

Start Time:: 7:50am CDT
End Time:: 9:30am CDT

Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $110.00 Race Fee + $7.60 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $120.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$110.00 Race Fee + $7.60 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$120.00 Race Fee + $8.20 SignUp Fee

Back To Back Spring 5K to Fall Half

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 Fire–branded commemorative vest.

Start Time:: 7:50am CDT
End Time:: 9:30am CDT

Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $155.00 Race Fee + $10.30 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $165.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$155.00 Race Fee + $10.30 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$165.00 Race Fee + $10.90 SignUp Fee

Back To Back Spring Half to Fall Half

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 Fire–branded commemorative vest.

Start Time:: 7:30am CDT
End Time:: 11:30am CDT

Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $200.00 Race Fee + $13.00 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $210.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$200.00 Race Fee + $13.00 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$210.00 Race Fee + $13.60 SignUp Fee

Back To Back Spring Half to Fall Full

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 Fire–branded commemorative vest.

Start Time:: 7:30am CDT
End Time:: 11:30am CDT

Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $210.00 Race Fee + $13.60 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $225.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$210.00 Race Fee + $13.60 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$225.00 Race Fee + $14.50 SignUp Fee

Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall Full

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 Fire–branded commemorative vest.

Start Time:: 7:50am CDT
End Time:: 9:30am CDT

Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $165.00 Race Fee + $10.90 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $180.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$165.00 Race Fee + $10.90 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$180.00 Race Fee + $11.80 SignUp Fee

Back to Back Spring Half to Fall 5K

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 Fire–branded commemorative vest.

Start Time:: 7:30am CDT
End Time:: 11:30am CDT

Registration:: Registration Opens November 1, 2025 at 12:00am CDT
Price:: $160.00 Race Fee + $10.60 SignUp Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $165.00 after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
November 1, 2025, 12:00am CDT	December 31, 2025, 11:59pm CST	$160.00 Race Fee + $10.60 SignUp Fee
January 1, 2026, 12:00am CST	February 14, 2026, 11:59pm CST	$165.00 Race Fee + $10.90 SignUp Fee