510 E Lake Street, Topeka IN
Friday, July 4th, 2025
🎉 Independence Day Celebration
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 a watermelon eating competition. 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 51st annual, will take place on Thursday, July 4th at the Topeka East Park located at 510 E Lake Street.
🏃♂️ Events Overview
- One-Mile Fun Run: Kicking off at 8:15 a.m. for kids 13 and under. A great opportunity for kids to try something new and get active. Medals will be awarded to the top three boys and girls.
- 5K Race: Beginning at 8:30, open to all ages. The race will 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 age division.
- Age Divisions: Age groups include 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: Available on-site. T-shirts are distributed on a first come first serve basis.
🕖 Race Day Information
Race Day packet pick-up starts at 7:00 AM in the parks pavilion!!
🔗 Additional Information
For more details and registration, visit the race page: Topeka Road Run.
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