41st Annual Run for the Roses

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