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2026 Spring Prairie Fire & Back-to-Back Challenge

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calendar_today 03 May, 2026

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About the Event

Experience the 2026 Prairie Fire Race Series, presented by Davis-Moore Automotive Group!

Runners who take on the Back 2 Back Challenge—completing both the Spring and Fall races—will earn an exclusive Prairie Fire Branded Puffy Vest, awarded at the Fall race!

Spring Events:

All races start at Century II Plaza, 225 W. Douglas Street, Wichita, KS.

Your registration includes:

Join the fun, set your pace, and be part of Wichita’s premier running event!

Races Offered

Back To Back Spring Half to Fall Full

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:30

Back To Back Spring Half to Fall Half

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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07:30

Back to Back Spring Half to Fall 5K

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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07:30

Spring Half Marathon

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:30

Back To Back Spring 5K to Fall 5K

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:50

Back To Back Spring 5K to Fall Half

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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07:50

Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall Full

May 03, 2026

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Distance — Back to Back Spring 5K to Fall Full

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Type — Road running

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07:50

Mayor's Friendly 5K (Untimed 5K)

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:50

Spring 5K

May 03, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:50

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Wichita.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 15.0° / 26.0°
wb_sunny 12.8° / 24.3°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 15.7 /
water_drop 66.8%

About Wichita

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Wichita is the largest city in Kansas — since Kansas City is divided between the states of Kansas and Missouri. It is not the biggest or flashiest city in the US, but it is a medium-sized city with a small-town feel. It offers much to tourists with its variety of attractions.

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