Topeka Road Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 510 E Lake Street, Topeka, IN
- Distance
- 5K Run · 1 Mile Kid's Run (13 & under)
From the Organizer
The Independence Day celebration in Topeka, Indiana is a grand tradition. Each year, the tiny town comes alive with a fireworks display, a parade, basketball and softball tournaments, food vendors, kids games and watermelon eating competition and much more! But before the fireworks blast off or kids race to pick up candy at the parade, the day begins with the Road Run. Begun in 1974 the road run is the oldest consecutively run race in the state. This year's race, the 53rd annual, will take place on Saturday July 4th at the Topeka East Park located at 510 E Lake Street.
The road run has two events for kids and adults. We will kick things off at 8:15 a.m. with a One-Mile Fun Run for kids 13 and under. It’s a great opportunity for kids to try something new and get active. Medals will be awarded to the top three boys and girls. At 8:30, the 5K race, open to all ages, will begin at the park and wind its way through the streets of Topeka. Prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women overall as well as to the top finisher in each of age divisions. Age groups, 1-12, 13-15,16-19, 20-24,25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Race Day registration is also available. T-shirts are first come first serve.
Race Day Registration price on July 4th: 5K price goes to $25 and 1 mile price goes to $20.
******RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP STARTS AT 7:00 AM in the parks pavilion!!******
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lagrange, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Topeka, IN
Elevation
920 ft
Nearest Airport
SBN
South Bend International Airport · 42 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 91 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is the Topeka Road Run?
- Topeka Road Run is a running race held in Topeka, Indiana on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Topeka Road Run?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Topeka, Indiana at 510 E Lake Street, Topeka, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Topeka Road Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Topeka Road Run
Jul 4, 2026