# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Topeka 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Topeka with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
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Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Topeka with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Topeka.

## Thanksgiving Events in Topeka

- **Event Name**: USD 437 Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Run
  - **Description**: 🎉 Join us for the 2nd Annual Turkey Trot! 🦃🏃‍♂️

We’re so excited to bring our community together for this event again, hosted in partnership with the elementary school PTO groups! This event is open to the public, and we encourage students to share with
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 08:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/topeka/usd-437-turkey-trot-5k-and-fun-run/200030525076840
  - **Venue**: Washburn Rural High School
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  - **Categories**: sports, thanksgiving, nonprofit, marathons
- **Event Name**: Women's Fellowship - Thanksgiving Tea
  - **Description**: Join us for this annual tradition! 

As we enter a season of thankfulness, let's taste and see the sweetness of God!

We will enjoy warm drinks and snacks, and take delight in the joy, hope, and comfort that comes from His divine wisdom and guidance. Snac
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 01 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Nov 01 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/topeka/womens-fellowship-thanksgiving-tea/200030927862637
  - **Venue**: 1535 SW CLAY ST., 66604
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- **Event Name**: Combined Worship and Thanksgiving Fellowship
  - **Description**: As part of the joint worship committee efforts we will be hosting at Potwin Presbyterian a combined worship and fellowship dinner for Thanksgiving.  We will worship at 10:00am with the meal following in our fellowship hall.  The turkey, ham and mashed pot
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 10:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/topeka/combined-worship-and-thanksgiving-fellowship/200030907993828
  - **Venue**: 400 SW Washburn Ave, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66606
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- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Worship Service at Christ (TUESDAY Evening)
  - **Description**: Join us as we give thanks for the many blessings our Savior has given us. Our annual Thanksgiving worship service will be on Tuesday, November 24 at 7 PM. (Please note that this says TUESDAY. If you show up on Thursday for Thanksgiving Day, no one will be
  - **Date**: Tue Nov 24 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/topeka/thanksgiving-worship-service-at-christ-tuesday-evening/200030911173103
  - **Venue**: Christ Lutheran Church
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Toys for Tots Ride  RAIN OR SHINE
  - **Description**: Hey brothers and sisters! Mark your calendars for the Sunday after Thanksgiving!!! 
Let's make this the best Christmas for local kiddos!!! 🎅🎄🎁

The 43nd Annual Toys for Tots Ride will take place on Sunday November 29th. Registration starts at 12pm at Walm
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 29 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/topeka/2026-toys-for-tots-ride-rain-or-shine/200030911166837
  - **Venue**: Walmart Topeka - SW 37th St
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- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Pajama Sk8
  - **Description**: 🦃🛼 PAJAMA SKATE THANKSGIVING AT SK8AWAY! 🛼🦃

Get ready to roll into Thanksgiving with a night full of skating, pajamas, and FUN! 🎉

📅 Wednesday, November 25th
⏰ 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
🎟️ $15 Admission
🛼 $3 Skate Rental

🏆 TURKEY TOURNAMENT! 🦃
Think you've got
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 01:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/topeka/thanksgiving-pajama-sk8/200030911170253
  - **Venue**: 815 SW Fairlawn Rd, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66606
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  - **Categories**: Sports
- **Event Name**: 2026 Topeka Cranksgiving
  - **Description**: The 14th Annual Topeka Cranksgiving will be held at Blackbird Espresso Bar and Bistro (in the Fleming Place Shopping Center)!

How does it work?
-All abilities (slow to fast, kids to super mature) riders welcome
-Ride together to Apple Market, purchase gr
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/topeka/2026-topeka-cranksgiving/200030832921023
  - **Venue**: Blackbird Espresso Bar and Bistro
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## Trending Events in Topeka

- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Topeka, KS
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Topeka
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- **Event Name**: Randy Travis at Topeka Performing Arts Center
  - **Venue**: Topeka Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Randy Travis
  - **Venue**: Topeka Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Boo at the Zoo
  - **Description**: JOIN US for the Zoo’s most popular event of the year — Boo at the Zoo, presented by FIT Excavating! 👻🎃

Get ready for a family-friendly night of trick-or-treating, costumes, candy and plenty of Halloween fun! Over 40 vendors will line the Zoo pathways, p
  - **Venue**: 635 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66606
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- **Event Name**: Blizzard Bash All Week Pit Pass
  - **Description**: InformationThis ticket is a pit pass that includes a General Admission seat to all 5 shows of Blizzard Bash 2026. This ticket must be traded in for a wristband at the event. Everyone entering the pit must have a pit pass.
  - **Venue**: Stormont Vail Events Center
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- **Event Name**: Bert Kreischer
  - **Venue**: Topeka Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Topeka Sunflower Salute Veteran’s Day Parade
  - **Description**: Come help us celebrate and say thank you to our Veterans.
  - **Venue**: Downtown Topeka
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Blizzard Bash at Stormont Vail Events Center
  - **Venue**: Stormont Vail Events Center
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- **Event Name**: Blizzard Bash Demolition Derby
  - **Venue**: Landon Arena At Stormont Vail Events Center

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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Topeka?
  - **A:** USD 437 Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Run (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 08:00 am at Washburn Rural High School), Women's Fellowship - Thanksgiving Tea (Sun Nov 01 2026 at 02:00 pm at 1535 SW CLAY ST., 66604), Combined Worship and Thanksgiving Fellowship (Sun Nov 22 2026 at 10:00 am at 400 SW Washburn Ave, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66606), Thanksgiving Worship Service at Christ (TUESDAY Evening) (Tue Nov 24 2026 at 07:00 pm at Christ Lutheran Church), 2026 Toys for Tots Ride  RAIN OR SHINE (Sun Nov 29 2026 at 12:00 pm at Walmart Topeka - SW 37th St).
- **Q**: What Thanksgiving events are happening in Topeka this weekend October 30–1, 2026?
  - **A:** Women's Fellowship - Thanksgiving Tea (Sun Nov 01 2026 at 02:00 pm at 1535 SW CLAY ST., 66604).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Topeka?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Topeka on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Thanksgiving events in Topeka?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Thanksgiving events in Topeka?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Topeka include Washburn Rural High School, 1535 SW CLAY ST., 66604, 400 SW Washburn Ave, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66606.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Topeka?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Topeka include Auburn-Washburn USD 437 Turkey Trot, CPCC Women's Ministry, Potwin Presbyterian Church.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Thanksgiving events in Topeka?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Topeka.

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