TopCity Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, moderate winds ahead
Runners will face a steady temperature rise from 54°F to 64°F during the race, with an average humidity of 66%. Winds will initially present a headwind from 250° in the first four miles, shifting to a tailwind from miles 7 to 13, providing a boost on the final stretch. To optimize performance, runners should start conservatively and adjust their pace based on these wind patterns, especially during the exposed segments.
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Race Info
The TopCity Half Marathon is a half marathon and 5K held each spring in downtown Topeka, Kansas, starting and finishing at Evergy Plaza. The loop course passes the Kansas State Capitol and the historic Westboro, Collins, and Potwin neighborhoods before continuing to the NOTO Arts District and returning downtown. The race debuted as a virtual event in 2020, ran in person from 2023-2025, and was briefly cancelled for 2026 before organizers reinstated it.
