# 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)
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  - **Venue**: Washburn Rural High School
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## Trending Events in Topeka

- **Event Name**: king and Queen Ball
  - **Description**: East Topeka Senior Center annual fundraiser. Topeka seniors compete to see who can raise the most money with ads and ticket sales to be crowned King or Queen. Dinner, music, silent auction, raffles. tickets $25
  - **Venue**: 432 SE Norwood, Topeka, KS
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- **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**: Founders Fest
  - **Description**: 🎉 Founders Fest is Coming to Gage Park!

Join us Friday, October 2 & Saturday, October 3 as we celebrate the history of one of Topeka's most beloved parks with two days of free family fun!

📅 Friday, October 2
🚂 Free Mini Train rides (extended hours u
  - **Venue**: Gage Park, Topeka
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- **Event Name**: Your Passport to Mediterranean Cuisine:  AIM Restaurant Crawl
  - **Description**: Hop around Topeka’s tastiest spots and enjoy a night of delicious bites and good vibes!About this EventA Taste of the MediterraneanJoin us for our next AIM Crawl, a one-night
  - **Venue**: Iron Rail Brewing
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- **Event Name**: IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series — Topeka, KS
  - **Description**: The IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series is coming to the Darana-Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Kansas!

This event is part of the official IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series, featuring professional-level nitro competition supported by consistent operations, safety stan
  - **Venue**: Heartland Motorsports Park
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- **Event Name**: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
  - **Description**: Come join us for our annual walk to raise awareness of breast cancer and support those who have been affected by it. 

The walk is being held at Washburn University campus. Registration begins at 9am with the walk beginning at 10am. After the walk come jo
  - **Venue**: Washburn University
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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**: Greg Morton at Topeka Performing Arts Center
  - **Venue**: Topeka Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Buckets N Boards at Topeka Performing Arts Center
  - **Venue**: Topeka Performing Arts 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).
- **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.
- **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.
- **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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