Indy Races 2026

At Lake Shawnee in Topeka, Kansas, Indy Races offers four in-person options: a 1 Mile, a 5K, a 10K, and the 6.8-mile Race Around the Lake. It takes place in September, during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Despite the Indy name, it is a community running event, not a motorsport event. The lake setting influences the day, with the longest route following a full 6.8-mile loop. The event benefits families affected by pediatric illnesses and provides ongoing support for organizations assisting families in need. Participants unable to attend in Topeka can join virtually at the same distances. The virtual option accommodates walking, running, jogging, biking, or swimming.