Heat Wave 24

Heat Wave 6/12/24 : Rose Hill, Kansas

Heat Wave 6/12/24 is a Kansas Ultrarunners' Society event held at Rose Hill District Stadium, 323 E. School St., Rose Hill, Kansas on June 12-13, 2026. The event takes place on a USATF certified 400 meter track. Course Certification ID: KS25008TJD.

Events include:

• 24 hour event
• 12 hour event
• 12 hour night event
• 6 hour event
• 6 hour night event

Timer Guys will provide live chip timing and a TV screen at the start/finish to show cumulative distance. Laps are counted by the timing service; four laps equal 0.99 mile or 1600 meters and 1609 meters equals one mile. Official distance will be the timing service record; disputes must be raised to a Race Director or designated appointee.

The course direction changes every three hours. A primary aid station is located at the covered concessions on the north side of the track and will offer ice, water, Ultraverse Proxima C, assorted fruit and snack items; ramen and mashed potatoes are available by request. This is a cup-less event; participants must use their own drinking vessel. Space for personal supplies is limited and allocated first-come, first-served in designated areas.

Pacing is restricted: pacers are not allowed. Tents and pop-ups are permitted only in designated locations and the infield turf is off limits. Dogs are allowed in the parking lot or the south stadium covered entryway but not on the track or infield.

The event includes short track challenges at fixed distances during the race. Finishers receive a medal; specific distance achievements qualify for a custom belt buckle. Runners under 18 must have a parent or guardian present at all times. Nighttime noise is restricted and may result in warnings or disqualification. Medical assistance is not appointed on site; participants should make their own arrangements and alert Race Directors if emergency services are called. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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