Kansas · 5K
Tanker Trot
Tanker Trot is a 5K event held in Wichita, Kansas. It was last held on October 24, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 500 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Wichita, KS
- Field size
- ~500 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 24, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Wichita, Kansas
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 500 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- refuelmcconnell.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 9:30 AM CDT
About the Tanker Trot
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Tanker Trot: common questions
- When is the Tanker Trot?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Tanker Trot held?
- In Wichita, Kansas.
- What distances does the Tanker Trot offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Tanker Trot?
- About 500 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Tanker Trot?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Tanker Trot?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $50 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the Tanker Trot start?
- 9:30 AM CDT.
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