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TopCity Half Marathon

Sat, May 2, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT

Location
Topeka, KS
630 S Kansas Ave, 66603
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Discover Topeka's charm on a course that winds through local neighborhoods and along the Shunga trail, culminating in a city-wide celebration.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

The TopCity Half Marathon invites you to experience Topeka's vibrant culture and scenic routes. Designed to enhance the health and wellness of the community, this event guides runners along the popular Shunga running trail and through charming local neighborhoods. It's positioned as a premiere race and a true celebration of the city, offering a memorable experience for participants. Enjoy the rolling terrain and mild weather typical for the season.

What to expect

  • Run a course that highlights Topeka's neighborhoods and the scenic Shunga trail.
  • Receive a participant race T-shirt, a finisher medal, and a bag of sponsor goodies.
  • Enjoy post-race beverages from Chaos Coffee and Iron Rail Brewing (for those 21+).

Standout details

  • Finisher medal for all participants
  • Participant race T-shirt
  • Post-race beverages from local vendors
  • Course on Shunga running trail & neighborhoods

Perks & features

  • Medal

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM CDT · From $38.86

    Opens Nov 30, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Mar 8, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, May 2, 7:30 AM CDT · From $65.55

    Opens Nov 30, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 25, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

longer distance

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Join us for the TopCity Half Marathon & 5K on May 2nd, 2026.  The Top City Half Marathon & 5k aims to be a premiere event that enhances the health, wellness and culture of Topeka.  The route takes you on the popular Shunga running trail, while also showcasing the neighborhoods of Kansas’ TopCity.

Every participant receives a participant race T-Shirts, a finisher medal, participant bags filled with sponsorship goodies, and access to post race beverages from Chaos Coffee and Iron Rail Brewing (if over 21)! This is more than a race; this is a celebration of our amazing city!

Please note, to allow us to satisfy city permit requirements for street closures, half marathon participants must maintain a pace of 16 minutes per mile or faster.

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