Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 5K-No Shirt · Virtual 5K & more
From the Organizer
Turn up the heat at the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon, blazing into Kennesaw, GA at the end of July. This mid-summer race is all about sunshine, strong miles, and celebrating your accomplishment in true summertime style.
Choose your challenge—5K, 10K, or Half Marathon—and embrace the energy of a peak-summer race day. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply soaking in the vibrant atmosphere, this event delivers a fun, high-spirited racing experience in the heart of Georgia.
Every athlete who crosses the finish line will receive a custom finisher medal designed to capture the bold, bright spirit of summer. Awards will be presented in all three distances to the top three male and female finishers in the standard five-year age groups, beginning with 10 & Under.
If you’re ready for sunshine, sweat, and a strong finish, the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon is your perfect summer race destination.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
90°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dallas 7 Ne, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kennesaw, GA
Population
33,627
as of 2023
Elevation
1,037 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 29 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
47
Days to train
- Race
- Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon
- Date
- July 25, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Kennesaw, GA
Lutzie 43 Road Race
7 miles away
Global Nerve Foundation - You've got Nerve! 2026
Less than a mile away
Labor Day 5K/10K/15K
15K · 10K · 5K
Less than a mile away
The Lucky Dog Race for Recovery 5K
5K
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon?
- Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon is a running race held in Kennesaw, Georgia on July 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Kennesaw, Georgia at Zama Mexican - Kennesaw, Kennesaw, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon
Jul 25, 2026