Back to School 5K
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Topeka, Kansas
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the 1st Annual Back to School 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the vibrant city of Topeka, Shawnee! This exciting community event is designed for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, making it the perfect outing for families, friends, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Whether you're racing for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely stroll with loved ones, your participation will help ensure local students head back to school feeling prepared and confident.
As an added bonus, participants who register by July 17, 2026, will receive a stylish event t-shirt and a finisher medal, while everyone can indulge in a delicious Dole Whip soft serve from Pineapple Dream at the finish line. Plus, everyone is encouraged to bring donations of school supplies and gently used shoes to support children in need within our community. Join us for a day of fun, camaraderie, and making a positive impact—together, we can put sneakers on their feet, supplies in their hands, and smiles on their faces! We can't wait to see you at the starting line!
As an added bonus, participants who register by July 17, 2026, will receive a stylish event t-shirt and a finisher medal, while everyone can indulge in a delicious Dole Whip soft serve from Pineapple Dream at the finish line. Plus, everyone is encouraged to bring donations of school supplies and gently used shoes to support children in need within our community. Join us for a day of fun, camaraderie, and making a positive impact—together, we can put sneakers on their feet, supplies in their hands, and smiles on their faces! We can't wait to see you at the starting line!
Organiser's Description
1ST ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL 5K RUN/WALK
Lace up and make an impact at our 1st Annual Back to School 5K Run/Walk! This fun, family-friendly event brings our community together to help local students start the school year prepared and confident. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcomewhether youre aiming for a personal best, walking with friends and family, or simply coming out to support the cause. Strollers are encouraged, and everyone is welcome.
Participants who register by 12:00 PM on July 17 2026 will receive an event t-shirt and finisher medal. Registrations received after this deadline are still welcome but will not include these items.
Each participant will also receive a refreshing Dole Whip soft serve from Pineapple Dreamperfect for celebrating at the finish line!
Participants are encouraged to bring donations of school supplies and new or gently used shoes to support children in our community. Every mile you completeand every item you givehelps provide the essentials students need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Together, were putting sneakers on their feet, supplies in their hands, and smiles on their faces.
We cant wait to see you at the starting line!
Lace up and make an impact at our 1st Annual Back to School 5K Run/Walk! This fun, family-friendly event brings our community together to help local students start the school year prepared and confident. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcomewhether youre aiming for a personal best, walking with friends and family, or simply coming out to support the cause. Strollers are encouraged, and everyone is welcome.
Participants who register by 12:00 PM on July 17 2026 will receive an event t-shirt and finisher medal. Registrations received after this deadline are still welcome but will not include these items.
Each participant will also receive a refreshing Dole Whip soft serve from Pineapple Dreamperfect for celebrating at the finish line!
Participants are encouraged to bring donations of school supplies and new or gently used shoes to support children in our community. Every mile you completeand every item you givehelps provide the essentials students need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Together, were putting sneakers on their feet, supplies in their hands, and smiles on their faces.
We cant wait to see you at the starting line!
Races
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Sneakers & Smiles Back to School 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDOur 1st Annual Back to School 5K Run/Walk is designed to bring the community together for a fun and impactful event. This family-friendly race welcomes participants of all ages and abilitieswhether youre running for a personal best, walking with friends and family, or simply coming out to support the cause. Strollers are encouraged, and everyone is welcome. Participants who register by 12:00 PM on July 4, 2026 will receive an event t-shirt and finisher medal. Registrations received after this deadline are still welcome but will not include these items. Each participant will also receive a refreshing Dole Whip soft serve from Pineapple Dreamperfect for celebrating at the finish line! In addition to the race, well be collecting school supplies and new or gently used shoes to benefit local students. Your participation and generosity help provide the essentials kids need for a confident and successful start to the school year. Together, were putting sneakers on their feet, supplies in their hands, and smiles on their faces. We cant wait to see you at the starting line!
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3400 SE Leisure Ln, Shelter House 1, Topeka, 66605, KS, United States
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