Indy Races 2026

About the Event

Indy Races’ mission is to support families affected by pediatric illnesses by raising funds for organizations that operate primarily on donations and volunteers. Through the Indy Races, we aim to provide ongoing assistance to these organizations, enabling them to continue helping families in need.

We are committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle and fostering a supportive community. We enjoy seeing people actively engage in outdoor activities and connect. It is truly inspiring to witness individuals unite for a common purpose, prioritizing their health while enjoying nature and participating in wellness-focused activities.

Our event will be in-person this year, with a virtual option. The Indy Races will occur at Lake Shawnee, Topeka, KS, on September 19, 2026 (Childhood Cancer Awareness Month).

Every dollar raised will support ____________________________________________________________.

If you choose the virtual option, you can walk, run, jog, bike, or swim. The following options are ANYWHERE—inside, outside, at the gym, or even on a treadmill!

If you do not want to participate in a race, please donate to this great cause. Every dollar makes a difference!
Thank you so much for your attention and participation.

Races Offered

Virtual 1-Mile, 5K, 10K, or 6.8 miles

Sep 19, 2026

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Distance — Virtual 1-Mile 5K 10K or 6.8 miles

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Type — Running

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$40.00

1 Mile

Sep 19, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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08:30

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$40.00

10K

Sep 19, 2026

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Distance — 6.2 Miles

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08:30

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$40.00

5K

Sep 19, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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08:30

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$40.00

Race Around the Lake (6.8 Miles)

Sep 19, 2026

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Distance — 6.8 Miles

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$40.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Topeka.

thermostat Temperature

17.0° / 28.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

16.3° / 27.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 24m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.9 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

64.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:04

nightlight Sunset

19:29

About Topeka

Learn more about the host city, Topeka.

Topeka is the capital of Kansas. Visitors come to see the Kansas Museum of History, Topeka Zoo, and Renisch Rose Gardens. The metropolitan area is rich in history and highly favored by nature. In 2019, it was home to 125,000 people.