Prairie Fire Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warm finish
Runners will face a temperature rise from 53°F at the start to 71°F by the finish, with an average humidity of 64%. A light headwind throughout at 12 mph may affect pacing, particularly in the later miles. Runners should adjust their pace conservatively in the warmer conditions and ensure adequate hydration.
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Race Info
The Prairie Fire Marathon began in 2010, when the Wichita Sports Commission took over what had been the Wichita Marathon and added half marathon, 5K, and additional short-distance options. A spring edition launched in 2013, forming the two-race Prairie Fire Race Series held each spring and fall in Wichita, Kansas. The fall marathon and half marathon are USATF-certified and Boston Marathon qualifiers, with a flat course that crosses the Arkansas River near downtown Wichita. More than 65,000 runners have taken part in Prairie Fire events over the past 15 years.
