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4JUL
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Overbrook Community 5k & 1 Mile
Overbrook · 32 km away
4JUL
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Lenexa Freedom Run
Lenexa · 73 km away
JUL 1
25JUL
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Back to School 5K
Topeka
AUG 5
8AUG
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Health to Better Living 5K and Fun Run, In loving memory of Jim and Lisa Wilson
Effingham · 58 km away
15AUG
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Rexy Run/Walk
Lawrence · 40 km away
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15AUG
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32nd Annual JW Tiger 5K
Meriden · 19 km away
23AUG
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3rd Annual PPP3CA Race for Rare 5k Run/Walk
Topeka
29AUG
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Speedy PD
Manhattan · 79 km away
SEP 7
6SEP
Run · road · 5K
Amanda Holmes Memorial Scholarship 5k Terrain Run
Leavenworth · 69 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 5K
De Soto Days 5K-9 and Family Fun Run
De Soto · 58 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Holy Smokin' Jamboree 5K Run
Topeka · 9 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Indy Races 2026
Topeka
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Camp Leavenworth 5K
Leavenworth · 72 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Joggin for the Noggin Saturday September 26th 2026
Atchison · 75 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
CASA Superhero Run
Leavenworth · 71 km away
Topeka · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Topeka
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Happy Feet Run/Walk 5K
The Happy Feet Run/Walk 5K is a fall 5K run and walk held at Heritage Park, Shelter 10, in Olathe, Kansas. It is organized by a local nonprofit foundation, accepting tax-deductible donations, and is designed for both runners and walkers, not exclusively competitive racers.
The route is a 5 km park run, allowing participants to run, jog, or walk at their own pace. Families, children, volunteers, local supporters, and regular runners attend. The proceeds benefit children affected by the loss of a parent to suicide, with Variety KC also supporting the event's aim to help kids be active, social, and included.
Talk 2 Me 5K Run/Walk At Shawnee Mission Park Shelter 1
Weston Bluffs Trail 5K & 10K
Maple Leaf Festival
The Maple Leaf Run takes place in October, coinciding with the Maple Leaf Festival in Baldwin City, Kansas. Participants gather at the Baldwin City Golf Course on Main Street for an all-grass 5K, followed by a 1-mile children's race. The event begins early, with check-in prior to the 8 a.m. races, contributing to a local festival atmosphere rather than a large road-race production.
The 5K route is entirely on grass, not pavement, and has been noted as a course used by the high school cross-country team. This offers the 5K a more distinct cross-country character compared to a standard town run. All finishers are awarded medals, and the top male and female finishers in both races receive plaques. The golf course provides a convenient viewing area for spectators, and the Baker women’s wrestling team assists in hosting the event.
Prairie Moon 5k Pumpkin Fun Run
The Prairie Moon 5K Pumpkin Fun Run begins and ends at Prairie Moon Waldorf School in Lawrence, Kansas. It features a timed 5K for adults and other runners, alongside a short, untimed obstacle-course run for children. This event serves as a public community fundraiser for the school. Adult 5K registration includes a shirt, and a children’s shirt is available for the fun run.
The 5K route departs the school onto gravel roads and trails, incorporating the Mud Creek levee trail, before returning to campus. The course is timed but not certified. Strollers are permitted, but sturdy tires are recommended for the gravel sections. Following the run, the school grounds transform into a fall gathering with activities such as pumpkin painting, chess, tacos, coffee, and baked goods. Prizes from local stores are awarded to top finishers, and a Garmin watch raffle includes all 5K registrants.
Kansas Half Marathon & 5K
Turkey Trot and Fun Run
Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot
The Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot is a 9 a.m. 5K run and walk at the Cunningham Center at MidAmerica Nazarene University, held on the Saturday morning before Thanksgiving. It is a community race honoring Brad Yantis, with timing chips for participants and a virtual 5K option for those who wish to join from elsewhere.
The event is open to runners and walkers, and it also includes a Tot Trot for children ages 1 to 8. Proceeds support Brad Yantis’s MNU endowment scholarship, The American Cancer Society-Hope Lodge KC, and grants for Olathe Public Schools through a local community partner.
Topeka Turkey Trot
The Topeka Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning race held in Topeka, Kansas, organized by Fleet Feet. It features a 10K, a 5K, and a Kids Turkey Trot 1K. The longer races begin earlier, with the children’s race scheduled for later in the morning. The designated race location is SE Croco Road, though specific course maps and future site details are still being finalized.
This event is in its second year and aims to encourage physical activity before the holiday meal. Participants include runners, walkers, families, experienced racers, first-timers, and children, making it a community gathering rather than solely a competitive event. The race emphasizes gratitude, togetherness, and creating an appetite for post-race pie.
MHK Turkey Trot
The MHK Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning 5K in Manhattan, Kansas, starting and finishing at Kite's Bar & Grill on North 12th Street. The race begins at 9:00 a.m. Central and also offers a Virtual 5K for those participating remotely. This is the 11th year for the event, with standard entry pricing and a child discount for runners 12 and under.
The local draw is straightforward: a large crowd runs down Poyntz before heading off to eat with family. The organizer estimates around 1,700 runners share the street, positioning this as a community holiday run rather than a small club event. The race also features participant donations and fundraising leaderboards, with Ben Sigle listed as the event contact.
Lawrence Shamrock Shuffle
The Lawrence Shamrock Shuffle begins and ends at Johnny's Tavern in Lawrence, Kansas, offering 5K, 10K, Family 5K, and virtual race choices. This event aligns with the Lawrence St. Patrick's Day Parade, taking place annually during the St. Patrick's season. Participants are encouraged to wear green or other Irish-themed attire. The 10K provides a less common distance for local runners, and the shorter races accommodate families and casual participants.
The courses follow the river levee, extend into North Lawrence, and traverse the historic North Lawrence and Pinkney neighborhoods. Aid stations are positioned approximately every 1.5 to 2 miles. Awards are presented to overall winners, Masters and Super Masters, and the top three in each age category. Registration covers a race shirt and a participation award. Post-race refreshments feature an Irish breakfast from Johnny's North and the parade committee. Proceeds benefit Douglas County children's charities selected by the Lawrence St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee.
Club CAN Dash-Neurodiversity in Motion 2026
Club CAN Dash-Neurodiversity in Motion begins at 9:00 a.m. at Shawnee Mission Park, 7710 Renner Rd. in Shawnee, Kansas. The event features a 5K and a 1 Mile Run/Walk/Roll/Kids Run. The 5K is open to participants who wish to run, walk, or roll, not solely compete for time. This is a family-friendly spring event that benefits Club CAN, which stands for Community Appreciating Neurodiversity Inc.
The shorter distance is open to ages 5 and up. Club CAN’s wider mission focuses on providing social opportunities for neurodivergent individuals from middle school through adulthood. Packet pick-up is available on race day before the start, and also on Thursday evening. Registration includes a t-shirt, with supplies guaranteed through early April. This is the first annual Club CAN Dash and includes an After Bash. The morning is designed around movement, fundraising, and spending time together after the race.
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About 5K races in Topeka
Topeka Training Notes
Topeka hosts 29 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals keep running simple in Topeka, with Felker Park, Lake Shawnee, Hummer Sports Park, Dole Park, Skyline Park, and Dornwood Park doing most of the work. Top City Run Club meets at Felker Park every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and the vibe is all ages, all paces, all distances. Hummer Sports Park hosts the Angie Barry Memorial 5K/10K. Lake Shawnee gets the 3rd Annual PPP3CA Race for Rare 5k Run/Walk. The Topeka Turkey Trot, Back to School 5K, Capitol Classic, and The Big Run keep the calendar from feeling thin.
Riders get a real mix here, because Topeka has a grid, wide residential streets, the Shunga Trail, and the Landon Nature Trail. Kaw Valley Bicycle Club keeps the group-ride scene moving with weekly rides, and The Topeka Wheelmen still carry old-school local cred. Gravel usually starts with a bit of pavement, because you have to ride pavement to gravel most of the time anyways. Northeast Kincaid Road to Hiawatha runs 61.6 mi, Southwest Fairlawn Road runs 63.7 mi, and Mad Mike's Gravel Ride - Long Route runs 60.4 mi. The climbs bite on the Topeka Gravel/Unpaved Cycling route, which gains 222 m and hits 9.1%.
May, June, and July are the best months for stacking base miles, sharper intervals, and longer Z2 days before the weather gets bossy. Winter mornings average 3°C, and summer afternoons can run hot and somewhat humid, so locals usually respect the early start. Winter changes the rhythm more than the routes. 7 afternoons per year stay below freezing, and light snow can push runners toward steadier road miles while cyclists pick clearer pavement, trails, or shorter spins.