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When
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Where
5973 SW 25th Street, Topeka KS
Distance
5K
Typical weather
62–80°F · some rain risk
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2025
56–79°F
dry
2024
54–77°F
dry
2023
58–82°F
dry
2022
52–73°F
dry
2021
64–90°F
dry
2020
69–89°F
dry
2019
58–77°F
dry
2018
51–69°F
dry
2017
62–70°F
rain
2016
51–71°F
dry
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About this race
Race Details
- Date: 2026-09-26
- Location: 5973 SW 25th Street, Topeka, KS
- Race URL: Rome Sweet Home 5K
Race Route
- Starting Point: Johnny’s Tavern
- Route: Circle around the backside of Wheatfield Village
- Trail Access: Enter Shunga Trail at Fairlawn Rd
- Turnaround: Turnaround point is at water station: follow the same path back
Post-Race Events
- Mass: Starts at 4:30 PM
- Live Concert: Begins at 5:30 PM
- Family Fun: Food trucks, bouncy houses, and carnival games for kids
- Fireworks: The evening ends with a spectacular fireworks display in Topeka!
Donation Link
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