You can be a part of the Miracle On Kansas Avenue by running or walking the actual parade route one hour before the parade begins while you enjoy the cheers and support of hundreds of spectators as they eagerly await the annual Downtown Topeka kickoff of the Christmas holiday season. Holiday lights and decorations will provide an especially festive atmosphere as you wind your way along Kansas Avenue.
If you plan to attend, it is encouraged that you pre-register now to ensure your spot since the event will promptly begin at 5pm.
All Proceeds Benefit Topeka Rescue Mission
The Topeka Rescue Mission has served our community for more than 57 years and is dedicated to providing food, shelter, clothing, training and hope to homeless and impoverished men, women and children. In 2009, TRM sheltered more than 1,922 different people and provided more than 474,492 meals.
Rescue Run Selected 5K State Championship!
The 2010 Rescue Run has been selected by the RRCA as the Kansas 5K State Championship. Founded in 1958, the Road Runners Club of America is the oldest and largest national association of running clubs, running events, and runners dedicated to promoting running as a competitive sport and as healthy exercise. The RRCA’s mission is to represent and promote the common interests of its member clubs, events, and individual runners through education, leadership, programs and other services.
The Road Runners Club of America is the national organization dedicated to promoting the development and growth of running clubs, running events, and supporting the interests of recreational runners throughout the country. The RRCA strives to provide quality programming that can be replicated throughout the country by member clubs from small towns to large cities. These programs promote and support running and runners at all stages in life. The RRCA is dedicated to providing the running community with educational information and programs that will keep them safe, healthy, and informed. Furthermore, the RRCA strives to promote excellence in nonprofit management by providing services, benefits, and regular communication that supports this vision.
I am extremely excited about this year’s Rescue Run! What an excellent representation of our close-knit community.
What a great opportunity to make my first run of this kind. I look forward to the enjoyment of doing something that will help the Rescue Mission.
Looking forward to participating in my 5th Rescue Run! This is a great event to Kick-off the Christmas holiday season, bring family and friends together from in and out of town, and a fun event to participate in as a runner, walker or volunteer!