Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
UNBOUND Gravel
Emporia, United States
June 5, 2027 to June 6, 2027Date confirmed
563.27 km325.73 km174.61 km91.41 km+1
ForestNature & Off-Road+5
USRegional Running Calendar
Running races in Kansas
14 verified events (1 confirmed dates) and 50 races in Kansas with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events141 confirmed dates
Competitions50Races & courses
Distances5 - 563.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,150 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Salina Crossroads Marathon
Salina, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Famartin · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Sticks Hour Races
Norton, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
72 h48 h24 h12 h+1
City RunPublic Park+2
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Patriots Run
Overland Park, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km551 min
Culture & HistoryRelay+2
Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Gobbler Grind
Overland Park, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Olathe Marathon
Olathe, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningRoad Cycling
Race to the Center Half Marathon
Smith Center, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Spooky Sprint- Wichita
Wichita, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Public ParkNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027 | UNBOUND Gravel | Emporia, Kansas, US | Gravel Biking | 563.27 km325.73 km174.61 km91.41 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Salina Crossroads Marathon | Salina, Kansas, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | The Sticks Hour Races | Norton, Kansas, US | Trail Running | 72 h48 h24 h12 h |
| Date to be announced | Patriots Run | Overland Park, Kansas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km551 min |
| Date to be announced | Gobbler Grind | Overland Park, Kansas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Olathe Marathon | Olathe, Kansas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Race to the Center Half Marathon | Smith Center, Kansas, US | Road RunningRoad Cycling | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Spooky Sprint- Wichita | Wichita, Kansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Prairie Fire Fall Half Marathon | Wichita, Kansas, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Kansas Half Marathon | Lawrence, Kansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | El Dorado Half Marathon & 5K | El Dorado, Kansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi Marathon de Bill Snyder | Manhattan, Kansas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Kansas (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 14 public events and 50 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Gravel Biking, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Emporia, Salina, Norton, and Overland Park. Notable events in the selection include UNBOUND Gravel, Salina Crossroads Marathon, and The Sticks Hour Races.
Race distances span from 5 km to 563.3 km, reaching up to +5,150 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Kansas includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Kansas?
RunningCompass currently lists 14 verified events with 50 individual races in Kansas. A total of 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include UNBOUND Gravel, Salina Crossroads Marathon, and The Sticks Hour Races.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Kansas?
Events in Kansas focus on Road Running, Gravel Biking, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 563.3 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Emporia, Salina, Norton, and Overland Park.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Kansas?
The most selective courses in Kansas climb up to +5,150 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Kansas?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.