Sponsored by Ark City Rec Center
How to Enter
In Person: at the Ark City Rec Center, 225 E. Fifth Avenue, Arkansas City (Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.). Note: The ACRC office is closed on Friday of Arkalalah weekend, but registrations will be taken at the Chamber of Commerce Office, 106 South Summit, from 7:30-8:30 a.m. on the day of the race.
By Mail: You may also register by completing the entry form and mailing it with your entry fee to:
Ark City Recreation Commission
225 E. Fifth Avenue
Arkansas City, KS 67005
Early registration will guarantee an entrant T-shirt. Otherwise, registrants will receive a T-shirt only while quantities last.
For more information contact the Ark City Rec Center at 620.441.4300.

Independence is proud to host the Neewollah 5K, 10K, and Fun Run this year. Featuring a certified 5k and 10k course, the run offers a great opportunity for runners of all experience levels. Awards will be given to the male and female overall winners of each race and top 3 finishers in each age group. Refreshments will be provided after the race and a Chili Cook-off and Dessert Contest will take place later that day.

This race will consist of a competitive run and a fun walk/run through the quaint town of Whitewater.  This is a great event for the whole family, so lace up your sneakers and fall into step as this unique 5k kicks off Whitewater's Annual Fred Fest.

DESCRIPTION

The Textron Aviation 5K & Fun Run 2019 will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5, preceding the events of the Textron Aviation Employee Open House. All attendees of the Open House are invited to participate. Proceeds from this event will go to the 2019 UPLIFT fundraising campaign.

Event Details and Schedule

• Date: Saturday, Oct. 5
• Location: Cessna Activity Center - 2744 George Washington Blvd (Near the intersection of Pawnee and George Washington Blvd) 
• Races Details:
  • Textron Aviation 5K
    • $30 per registrant
    • 8 a.m. start
    • Electronically timed bib, live online results
  • Textron Aviation 1 Mile Fun Run
    • $15 per registrant
    • 8:15 a.m. start
    • Untimed

Packet Pick-up

Race packet will include a pre-registered t-shirt, goody bag and race bib.*

• Friday, Oct. 4
  • 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. (Location TBD)
  • You may also register additional participants, make any changes and pick up your packet for a friend or family member.
• Race day - Saturday, Oct. 5
  • 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.

*Registration by September 20th guarantees a t-shirt and goody bag. Your pledges and donations support local United Ways or similar organizations where Textron Aviation operates its facilities, as well as our company's employees. Your contributions help fund nearly 200 different community programs ranging from early childhood development to services for catastrophe relief to food and shelter programs. The campaign also raises funds for UPLIFT, which offers assistance to employees in need.​ UPLIFT is operated by the employees of Textron Aviation. Its purpose is to offer assistance to employees in financial need and to improve our community. When you see a need, or if you and your family are facing a need for support, UPLIFT is just a phone call away. The UPLIFT Hotline is 517-7979. No matter how large or small, your participation is critical to the success of the 2019 campaign. And the people we are supporting are often our friends and co-workers. Your contribution truly matters.

About the race

The Spirit 5K road race is back for 2021! This year we have also added our Heart Winkin’ Half Marathon. Both races are USA Track & Field Organization certified. These races allow individuals and teams the opportunity to win cash and prizes while honoring their loved ones throughout their epic journey to the finish line. Proceeds from the races fund the Leave a Legacy Foundation’s mission to improve cancer care resources in southwest Kansas. 100% of proceeds remain in this region. Join us in our efforts to “Leave A Legacy” by making an impact in our community.

Both Races are USA Track & Field Certified

Spirit 5K: KS21008TJD
Heart Winkin’ Half Marathon : KS21009TJD

Cash prizes for Heart Winkin’ Half Marathon Winners- Men and Women!
**Walkers will not be permitted in the Half Marathon. A 3:30 hour cut-off will be enforced(16 min per mile)
**No Dogs allowed

He’s coming. After a year of living dangerously in pandemic cyberspace, the Say Grace Thanksgiving Race Pilgrim is preparing to break free of his COVID confinement and return to the streets of Midtown Wichita.  That’s right, fellow pilgrims, Wichita’s largest 5K race will be reemerging this fall (barring any currently unanticipated health restrictions).  So rise up, racers, and leave all the binge watching and Zoom meetings behind.  Register your family and friends starting September 6th, then scrape off the digital rust and come run with us.

About the Race

Run the Race, Then Feed Your Face! The Say Grace Race is GraceMed’s signature fundraising event and is also Wichita’s largest, local 5K.  The annual family-friendly event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many in our community.  We invite you to come out with family and friends to run, walk, or stroll through Midtown, one of Wichita’s most historic neighborhoods.  Then enjoy all your holiday indulgences GUILT FREE! Participant perks include: CHIP timing, race t-shirt, unique awards for overall and age-group winners, team awards, fruit and water.

When:  Thursday, November 25th, 9:30 am

Where: GraceMed Health Clinic 1122 N. Topeka St. Wichita KS  67214

Prizes and Awards

Top 3 overall male and female finishers cash prizes:

1st place male and female – $200
2nd place male and female – $125
3rd place male and female – $75

1st age – graded male and female Masters finishers (over 40) cash prizes:

1st place male and female – $100

Top 3 male and female finishers in each of the following age group categories:

9 and under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-18. 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,
60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over

Team Awards*

Pilgrim’s Pride Award – Team with the most members

Fancy Feathers Award – Best dressed team**

Galloping Gobbler Award – Fastest team

Mayflower Moniker Award – Best Team Name

*Teams must have a minimum of 4 members
**Fancy Feathers participants must be in the Emporia Park at 9:00 am for costume judging.

Join us on Saturday, November 20, 2021 for the 2 Mile, 10 Mile, or Tiny Turkey Trot!

THE FIRST 2,000 PEOPLE TO REGISTER WILL RECEIVE A $20 VOUCHER FOR A HONEYSUCKLE WHITE TURKEY!

Start/Finish Location: Century II - Exhibition Hall
USATF Certified 2 Mile and 10 Mile courses through downtown Wichita
Tiny Turkey Trot (250ft Dash) for children 6 and under

Packet Pickup

Packet Pickup will be at Century II - Exhibition Hall on:
Friday, Nov. 19th from 11am-8pm
and
Saturday, Nov. 20th from 6am-7:30am

Shirts

All race shirts are Long-Sleeved.
2 Mile & 10 Mile participants have the option of a COTTON shirt, included in entry fees, or a TECH MATERIAL shirt for $5 extra.
Kid's Trot participants will get a cotton shirt that they may decorate at packet pickup or on race morning

Course Maps

Both races are USATF certified (KS16045KH and KS17018TJD)
10 Mile Map
2 Mile Map

Awards

ALL Finishers will receive a Finisher's Medal!

The Top 3 Male and Female finishers in each age group will receive a trophy

Age groups for the 2 Mile are:
2-10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24,
25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,
45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,
65-69, 70-74, 75-99

Age groups for the 10 Mile are:
2-13, 14-17, 18-24,
25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,
45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,
65-69, 70-74, 75-99

Both events will also have Age-Graded Masters Awards

A traveling trophy will be awarded to the high school, middle school, and elementary school with the most student participants registered by November 11th. This trophy may be displayed at their school until the following November.

Adult Team Awards:
-Largest Team
-Fastest 2 Mile Team*
-Fastest 10 Mile Team*
*Fastest Team Awards are scored using the average of the first 5 finishers from each team. Team must have at least 5 finishers in the distance to be scored.

Adult Teams with 20+ members will have VIP tents on race morning!

At Girls on the Run we inspire girls to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them one of a kind. Trained coaches lead small teams through our research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games. Over the course of the ten-week program, girls in 3rd-8th grade develop essential skills to help them navigate their worlds and establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. The program culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a service project and being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5K event.

The course is a 2.1 mile loop at Cessna Activity Center in South Wichita near Oliver and George Washington Blvd (2744 George Washington Blvd, Wichita, KS 67210 is entrance into park). The trail is grass/dirt and includes a wooded section and very little elevation change on each loop. The course is a great place to set a personal record! How many miles can you run? It’s up to you! The event will be chip-timed by the Timer Guys. Details on that below. The parking lot can be accessed off George Washington Blvd.

The Love Life Run is a 10K / 5K / 1 mile event to support the Open Door Pregnancy Care Center in Hutchinson, KS. People of all ages and skill level are invited to participate in this great event for a great cause! The 2017 Love Life Run was very popular and we had an overwhelming response! We are looking forward to seeing more participants register for this year’s event, which will be offering the following:

Chip timing
Guaranteed performance shirt sizes for registrations received by 10/20/18
Finisher medals for the 5K & 10K events
Great certified 5K course along Carey Park’s loop
Post-race food and beverages
Bake sale

Parents that have participated in the 5K or 10K and want to participate in the 1 Mile Fun Run with their kids can do so for FREE!

Location:

Carey Park
2 Emerson Loop
Homebuilder's Shelter
Hutchinson, KS

The 13th Annual Sanders Saunter Race, presented by the Lawrence Trail Hawks.
ICT SOS IS THE 2021 CHARITY PARTNER.

ICT S.O.S. aims to end human trafficking through prevention and awareness education; advocacy for survivors; and acting as a bridge between direct service professionals and community members who desire to help.
Race Date: Saturday, November 6th, 2021

Race Distance and staggered Start times;

The 50K race starts at 7:00AM
The 25K race starts at 8:00AM.
The 10K starts at 9:00AM

Packet pickup -RACE DAY PICKUP ONLY.

As always, Mile 90 will be capturing the beauty of the race day with their breathtaking pictures. Please visit their website www.mile90.com for the last several years of the Sanders Saunter pictures.

All distances are chipped timed by Timer Guys and live updates will be available on race day.

**AWARDS:**
All Runners will receive a long sleeve race shirt, and a car sticker if you register by October 31st, 2021.

**Each race will have finisher awards - new medal design this year!
**Top three male and female finishers in each race will receive an award**
**Master Awards - First place master male and female finisher in each race.

Course

The race starts and finishes at Shelter 1, Corp of Engineer. All runners will run west on the white trail before turning south on yellow. Runners will ascend and descend the ridge of Sanders Mound and then run north on yellow. All runners will then access the white trail and continue on the white trail.

10K RUNNERS – you will access the Lake Henry Aid Station and return back on the blue trail. You will run the mound again and then finish at Shelter 1 / Start Finish.

25K/50K runners will continue on the white trail to the first connector trail past MILE MARKER 9 (9.19 on the Clinton Lake Map). The runners will access/ run down the connector trail to the blue trail (mile 5.59) and continue back on the blue trail to the finish line.

25K RUNNERS – ONE TRIP TO THE MOUND AT THE BEGINNING
50K RUNNERS – TWO LOOPS OF THE 25K COURSE = A TRIP TO THE MOUND AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH LOOP.

25k/50k runners are required to carry a handheld or hydration pack. Drop Bags are available at Lands End and Start/Finish Aid Station.

Come join us for this 10K running, 5K running/walking, and 1 mile fun walk event on Saturday, November 3rd that celebrates our past by honoring Day of the Dead and Memorial Ceremonies, while shaping our future by encouraging participants – from the littlest to the oldest – to pay attention to their health and celebrate every part of who they are, and who they represent in today’s multicultural community.

For those who are fueled by competition, the Culture Dash 10K is a chip-timed race that begins at 9:30 a.m.at the feet of the Keeper of the Plains and runs along the Arkansas River. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in the race’s six age categories: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & up.

The Culture Dash 5K is a chip-timed race that begins at 9:40 a.m. at the feet of the Keeper of the Plains and runs along the Arkansas River. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in the race’s six age categories: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & up.

The Culture Dash 1 Mile is a family friendly fun walk which begins at the feet of the Keeper of the Plains and travels along the Arkansas river.

Everyone who reaches the finish line at the iconic Keeper of the Plains – whether by running, power walking or casual stroll – will be greeted by an array of activities inside the Indian Center:

Kid’s crafts
Face painting
Race participants will be abel to visit the museum free of charge on race day with their shirt or bib.
There is no fee for the Toddler Trot at 10:35 a.m.(shirts not available).

Get your jingle on at the MOST FUN & FESTIVE holiday fun-run around – all to battle the #1 cause of disability!

The Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run is the original festive race for charity. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume and FEEL GOOD about DOING GOOD. Together, we’ll jingle all the way to a cure – and have a fantastic time every step we take! Bring a team of friends, family and co-workers to run or walk. Get your jingle on and spread the Spirit of Yes: Yes to having fun and celebrating what you love. Yes to living life to the fullest. Yes to conquering arthritis for good. 100% of your registration fee and fundraising go to a great cause!

For more help or information about the Jingle Bell Run in Lenexa, KS contact Steve Rock at srock@arthritis.org or call 913-369-4224.

The Kansas Rails-to-Trails Extravaganza has beautiful courses that run through numerous quaint little towns. All distances are run on USATF Certified Courses. Runners will do an out-and-back, beginning in Ottawa, KS and travel south to Iola (100 milers), Welda (100K), Garnett (50 milers), Richmond (50K & Marathon), or Princeton (Half), then back north to the finish. The course is primarily on a crushed limestone trail, with asphalt paths as you travel through each town. Manned and unmanned aid stations will be approximately every 5 miles, and the course is easily accessible to crew. It's a great event for first timers, as it's a flat and relatively easy course. It's also the perfect course for experienced runners wanting to set a PR. The atmosphere will be family friendly with plenty of places for your crew to hang out and relax while cheering you on.

Kansas Rails-to-Trails Extravaganza
100 Mile | 100K | 50 Mile | 50K | Marathon | Half
Ottawa, KS | October 26, 2019
ultraextravaganza.com

ABOUT THE RACES!
Join us in Great Bend, Kansas for the 6th Annual Flatlander Half Marathon & YP5K on Saturday, October 16.
They start and finish near Jack Kilby Square in downtown Great Bend
Each participant receives a race T-shirt, a swag bag of goodies from our sponsors, a complimentary breakfast and with free finish-line photos published on our Facebook page after the event.
Proceeds will be used to sponsor fitness and wellness initiatives in Barton County via Be Well Barton County and the Bike/Pedestrian Master Plan.

HALF MARATHON - 13.1 Miles
Zip along on our SUPER FLAT course around and through Great Bend, KS.
It winds through two city parks, our hike and bike trail, and beautiful tree-lined residential streets. Ample restroom facilities are made available at the starting line and at the park pavilion and hydration stations are available roughly every three miles.
Awards will be presented to the top male and top female finishers in five age groups (13 to 18, 19 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 49, 50 and Over). All half marathon finishers will receive a medal.

5K (3.11 miles) & 10K (6.22 miles)
Join us at Jack Kilby Square for a well-marked scenic route through Great Bend that includes Brit Spaugh Park, residential areas and our historic downtown.
Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in six age groups (12 and Under, 13 to 18, 19 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 49, 50 and Over).
The 10K race will be two laps of the 5K course.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
6 a.m. Registration Opens
7:30 a.m. Half Marathon Shotgun Start
8:30 a.m. 5K & 10K Shotgun Start
9:30 a.m. 5K & 10K Award Ceremony
10:45 a.m. Half Marathon Award Ceremony

Please join us for our 4th Annual 5K run and 1.5 Mile Walk event! Swag bag, race t-shirt, and pancake breakfast included with registration. Get more bang for your buck by combining these special offers when you register!
- Students & Residents: Use code STURES18 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
- 2017 Repeat Runners & Walkers: 17% off! Contact KAFP for code 316-721-9005
- All general registrations: Join a team (or create a new team) for an automatic $3 off registration.

Cash prizes for top three male and female finishers, beautiful medals for 5K top 3 finishers in each division! Participation medals for all children/youth in walk. Team trophy for the largest team!

Let’s Move, Kansas aims to promote an active, healthy lifestyle for all Kansans. All proceeds from this event go to the KAFP-Foundation to support many programs and scholarships for Kansas family medicine residents and medical students.

The Prairie Fire Marathon is a USATF Certified Race and a Boston Marathon Qualifier (Certification #KS13034TR). It is the RRCA State of Kansas Championship Marathon. The start/finish line is at 455 S. Wichita St., Wichita, KS 67202. The Prairie Fire Marathon is electronically bib timed. We will be using the BIBTAG chip timing system for both the start and finish of the race. Your race number is also your "chip" for timing. The Prairie Fire Marathon promises a fast and exciting course taking runners through the heart of Wichita. While on the course, runners are able to view Wichita’s exciting entertainment district as well as the beauty of some of the nicest residential areas the city has to offer.

2021 Application

Planning for the 43rd running of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is underway with the goal of returning to the streets of Chicago on Sunday, October 10, 2021.

Event organizers are working closely with the City of Chicago, including the Chicago Department of Public Health, to safely produce a race weekend experience for event attendees and the Chicago community. Preparations for the October 2021 race will align with Chicago’s re-opening framework, including strict adherence to local and state coronavirus guidelines.

2021 Guaranteed and Non-Guaranteed Application Window

The 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon guaranteed and non-guaranteed entry application window closed at 2 p.m. (Central Time) on Thursday, February 18, 2021. Individuals who are interested in participating in the 2021 Chicago Marathon can secure an entry through one of the limited guaranteed entry opportunities still available. In order to gain access to an available guaranteed entry, applicants must agree to the terms of the entry or qualify for the entry.

The 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon American Development Program reached capacity on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. The application is now closed.

• Charity teams
• International Tour Group

Non-guaranteed entry drawing

Non-guaranteed entry applicants for the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will be notified of their selection on Thursday, March 25. Applicants will be selected from the full pool of non-guaranteed entry applications. Prior to the drawing, the event will remove all duplicate applications.

Applicants will be notified via email of their entry status on Thursday, March 25. If an applicant receives an entry through the drawing, the entry fee is automatically processed.

Individuals who applied for, but do not receive an entry through the drawing, may still register by opting to run for select official charities or tour groups.

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Registration fee

• U.S. residents (those who live in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico or other U.S. territories): $205 (USD)*
• Non-U.S. residents: $230 (USD)

Applicants must provide credit card information as a part of the application process. The entry fee is processed automatically when an application is approved or selected through the drawing.

When completing the application please use a credit card that has an expiration date of April 2021 or later.

* A processing fee is applied to all entry fees.

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Cancellation (by you or by us)

Learn more about the options available to 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon registered participants if they choose not to participate or in the case of an event cancellation.

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Athletes with Disabilities Program

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon strives to provide accessibility for all athletes with disabilities through our Athletes with Disabilities Program. For more information visit the Athletes with Disabilities Program page.

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Event requirements

• Participants must be 16 years or older on race day.
• Participants 16-17 years of age must have permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race. This permission is given during the application process.
• The Bank of America Chicago Marathon requires that participants be able to complete the 26.2-mile distance in six hours and 30 minutes (6:30:59). The marathon course will reopen for public use on a rolling schedule based on this time limit.
• The sale and/or transfer of race entries/bib numbers is strictly prohibited.
• All registration fees and ancillary purchases are nonrefundable.
• All participants are required to pick up their own participant packet (bib number and timing device) at the Abbott Health & Fitness Expo during the scheduled hours of operation. Additional information about the 2021 Abbott Health & Fitness Expo will be available in the coming months.
• All participants are required to show a government-issued photo ID upon picking up their own participant packet.
• All participants acknowledge the inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists and is beyond the control of Event Organizers. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable.
• All participants must be familiar with and abide by the event rules.

If you have questions about registration, please call the Bank of America Chicago Marathon office during regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. U.S. Central Time) at 312.904.9800 or email office@chicagomarathon.com

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