TopCity Half Marathon
The TopCity Half Marathon offers a friendly, well-organized race through Topeka's historic neighborhoods and trails.
Race Date
May 1, 2027
Location
Topeka, KS
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 1, 2027
- Location
- Topeka, Kansas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 1,382
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The TopCity Half Marathon, now in its sixth year, provides a welcoming race experience through Kansas's "TopCity." Runners traverse historic neighborhoods and the popular Shunga running trail, offering a mix of urban scenery and parkland.
The course is largely flat, with some minor undulations and a notable uphill push to the finish line, making it a potential PR course for many. With approximately 230 finishers recently, the race maintains a community feel, drawing participants from about eight states and boasting a repeat-runner loyalty of around 35%.
Participants receive a T-shirt and a finisher medal, with post-race refreshments available. The event aims to celebrate Topeka's culture and health, providing a memorable day for both seasoned runners and those seeking a first half marathon.
Race-provided description
Join us for the TopCity Half Marathon & 5K on May 1st, 2027. 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. Aid Stations: 5K Aid Station: Aid station with water will be at Mile 1.5 for both the 5K and Half Marathon. It will also serve as an aid station at Mile 11.5. Aid Station #2: There will be an aid station with water and porta potties at Mile 3 right by Tortilla Jack's. This will also serve as an aid station at Mile 10. Aid Station #3: There will be an aid station with water at around 5.5 miles. Aid Station #4: There will be an aid station with water at 7.5 miles and porta potties.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, May 1, 2027
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
630 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS, 66603
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Urban, Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.14 m
Separation
3.1%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
KS20018TJD · TopCity Half Marathon 2021
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
Standout736 years running
~507 finishers a year
shrinking
35% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources
runners from 8 states
winner 1:11:14
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
51°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.2"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,382 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
1,382
Median time
2:11:24
Latest turnout
230
States
32
Turnout by year
2021–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the TopCity Half Marathon?
The TopCity Half Marathon is held on Saturday, May 1, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the TopCity Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Topeka, Kansas.
What distances does the TopCity Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K.
Is the TopCity Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The TopCity Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the TopCity Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,382 runners who have completed the TopCity Half Marathon.
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