Smoky Hill River Run

About the Event

The Smoky Hill River Run takes place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 7:00 AM CDT at Kenwood Park (1040 N Kenwood Park Dr, Salina, Kansas). Celebrating its 45th annual event as part of the Smoky Hill River Festival, this historic Kansas race offers a 5-Mile Run, 2-Mile Run/Walk, 1-Mile Run, Children's Races, and a Sideline Supporter option.

5-Mile Run
Start: 7:00 AM • Competitive running

2-Mile Run/Walk
Casual jogging or walking

1-Mile Run
Shorter distance option

Children's Races
Quarter mile (ages 7-8) • 200 yd (ages 5-6) • 50 yd (ages 4 & under)

Sideline Supporter
Non-runner registration • Supports local cancer patients

Event Logistics & Participant Information:

Location: Kenwood Park, Salina, Kansas.
Festival Atmosphere: Booths, bouncy houses, face painting, and more.
Packet Pick-up: Friday before race or Saturday morning at Oakdale Park.
Part of: Smoky Hill River Festival — a long-standing Salina tradition.
Run Salina Series: The Smoky Hill River Run is one of 7 events. Participants completing 5 of 7 events receive an exclusive Run Salina Series shirt.
Contact: Lisa Berry. Website available.
Volunteer Opportunities: Available for the event.
Organizer: Salina Regional Health Center.

Swag, Awards & Community Impact:

All Participants: Race t-shirt included.
Sideline Supporter Registration: Directly benefits local cancer patients at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.
Children's Races: Age-appropriate distances for young participants (ages 4 and under through 7-8).
45th Annual Event: One of the most historic races in Kansas.
Community Tradition: Brings the community together through health, fitness, and celebration.
Record Participation: Following a record number of runners last year, 2026 expected to be bigger than ever.
Inclusive: Options for competitive runners, casual joggers, walkers, families, and children.

The Smoky Hill River Run on June 13, 2026, in Salina, Kansas, celebrates 45 years as one of the state's most historic races — 5-mile, 2-mile, 1-mile, and children's races, plus a Sideline Supporter option benefiting cancer patients — all part of the Smoky Hill River Festival.

Races Offered

1 Mile Run

Jun 13, 2026

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$17.61

2 Mile Run

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 2mi

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$28.34

2 Mile Walk

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 2mi

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$17.61

200 yd Kid's Race

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 200yd

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$12.24

5 Mile Run

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 5mi

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$28.34

50 yd Kid's Race

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 50yd

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$12.24

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Salina.

thermostat Temperature

19.7° / 30.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

19.6° / 30.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 33m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

13.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

64.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:05

nightlight Sunset

20:56

About Salina

Learn more about the host city, Salina.

Salina (sah-LIGH-nah) is the county seat of Saline County in Central Kansas. In 2020, it was home to 47,000 people.

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About the Event

Races Offered

1 Mile Run

2 Mile Run

2 Mile Walk

200 yd Kid's Race

5 Mile Run

50 yd Kid's Race

Weather History

About Salina

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