41ST Annual
41st Annual Run for the Roses
41st Annual Run for the Roses is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Rose Hill, KS, with entry fees from $20 to $80.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (43 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$80
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
41st Annual
Run for the Roses
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Rose Hill, KS
1 Mile and 5K Race (All walkers and runners are welcome)
Sponsors: Rose Hill High School Cross Country
START AND FINISH LINE: Rose Hill United Methodist Church
Race coincides with the ROSE HILL FALL FESTIVAL
There will be signs to aid traffic control. Races will be conducted regardless of rain. Restroom facilities will be provided
RACE SCHEDULE
Packet pickup (at race site)---- 6:30am-7:15am
Report to starting line (1 Mile)- 7:25am
Start 1 Mile race-----------------7:30am
Report to starting line (5K)----- 7:55am
Start of 5K race------------------8:00am
The Run for the Roses held in Rose Hill, KS is said to be flat and fast with an out and back course ran along Rose Hill Road.
Medals will be given for the TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS in each age division for each race. TOP MALE AND FEMALE FINISHER in the 5K race will receive a trophy. The awards will be given at the finish line immediately following each race.
Packets can be picked up Friday afternoon, October 9th, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Rose Room at 101 N. Rose Hill Rd. and the morning of the race at the church.
FEES INCREASE BY $5 ON RACE DAY!!!!! Race fees do include a shirt. Sizes will be determined at online registration.
Age Divisions are as follows:
9 and Under 35 to 39
10 to 14 40 to 44
15 to 19 45 to 49
20 to 24 50 to 59
25 to 29 60 and Over
30 to 34
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Haysville 3se, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rose Hill, KS
Nearest Airport
ICT
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 116 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Date
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41st Annual Run for the Roses
Oct 10, 2026