Sneakers For Santa
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Topeka, Kansas
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and fun-filled day at the inaugural Sneakers for Santa event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in the vibrant city of Topeka, Shawnee! This exciting 5K Fun Run/Walk is designed to benefit local at-risk youth, continuing the incredible mission of Sole Reason, which has donated over 9,500 pairs of new sneakers since 2016. Participants can choose between a challenging 5K, an engaging 1-mile option, or a family-friendly walk, making it the perfect outing for runners, walkers, and families alike.
In addition to the race, attendees will have the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy delicious donuts and hot chocolate from Poppin Minis, and partake in exciting raffles and giveaways, including tickets to see John "The Iron Man" Cantrell's big fight! Don’t forget to bring your gently used footwear to donate, as you'll earn raffle tickets for great prizes while helping to provide even more sneakers to those in need. Join us for a day of community spirit, joy, and giving back while making wonderful memories with family and friends!
In addition to the race, attendees will have the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy delicious donuts and hot chocolate from Poppin Minis, and partake in exciting raffles and giveaways, including tickets to see John "The Iron Man" Cantrell's big fight! Don’t forget to bring your gently used footwear to donate, as you'll earn raffle tickets for great prizes while helping to provide even more sneakers to those in need. Join us for a day of community spirit, joy, and giving back while making wonderful memories with family and friends!
Organiser's Description
Join Sole Reason, Twin Dragon and Fleet Feet for the inaugural Sneakers for Santa 5K Fun Run/Walk to benefit local at risk Topeka Youth. Since 2016 Sole Reason has given away over 9500 pairs of NEW sneakers to area youth but the need continues to grow. We also have a used footwear program where you can donate used footwear beginning October 1st and all the way until the day of the event. We receive funds based on weight and use that to provide even more sneakers. Also going on the day of the event will be an opportunity to meet and take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus and eat donuts, and drink hot chocolate provided by Poppin Minis. We also will have raffle tickets and giveaways including tickets to see the Pride of Topeka John "The Iron Man" Cantrell"s big fight. Whether you are a seasoned runner, just getting started, or want to bring the family out to support a great cause. we would love to have you out there. Don't forget to bring a used pair of shoes ( Oct. 9-dec.12) to Fleet Feet to get yourself a raffle ticket for a great prize. Also collecting used footwear the day of the event for other prizes.
We will have a 5K , a 1 mile option and a family walk. . Course maps will be posted soon.
We will have a 5K , a 1 mile option and a family walk. . Course maps will be posted soon.
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3731 SE 37th street, Topeka, 66614, KS, United States
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