Hy-Vee Cauldron Fest
Saturday, July 14: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Lake Shawnee - Reynolds Lodge, Tinman Circle
The Hy-Vee Cauldron Fest is the official kickoff of the 2018 Games with food, music and fun for the whole family! Participants and supporters of the Games are welcome to join us in celebrating the start of the 29th Annual Sunflower State Games. 2017 Athletes of the Year Kjrsten Abel Ruch and Chuck Remboldt will light the cauldron to "Let the Games Begin." The 5K/10K Road Race will Follow the ceremony. The event will take place at Lake Shawnee - Reynolds Lodge on Tinman Circle in Topeka.
ADMISSION: FREE
- Complimentary pastries and fruit to Athletes, Volunteers, ans Spectators
- Face Painting, Clowns, Kids Activities
- 1K Kids Fun Run
- Music provided by Dr. Tunes
COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST:
- Bagels and Cream Cheese from Pizagel's
- Mini Muffins from Perkins
- Assorted Fruit and Granola Bars from Hy-Vee
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
- 7:00 am: Music, Complimentary breakfast for Volunteers and Spectators, Family Activities, Vendor Booths, 5K/10K registration
- 7:45 am: Lighting of the Cauldron Ceremony
- 8:00 am: 5K/10K Road Race Begins
- 8:45 am: Awards Ceremony/Complimentary breakfast for Athletes
- 9:15 am: Kids Fun Run
