Kraska Velocity 5k
Kraska Velocity 5k is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Kennesaw, GA, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (94 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Lace up and take flight! Join us on October 10, 2026 in Kennesaw, Georgia for the Kraska Velocity 5K — a community run/walk event brought to you by passionate KSU alumni who believe in the power of investing in our student-athletes. This event is presented by the Owls Fund Business Committee.
Every step you take. Every dollar you raise. Goes directly to supporting KSU student-athletes through the Owls Fund.
The Owls Fund Business Committee is a nonprofit organization made up of dedicated Kennesaw State alumni with one mission: Supporting Our Athletes Rise. This event is our way of bringing the entire community together — KSU fans, local businesses, families, and Cobb County neighbors — to rally behind the young men and women who represent our university with pride.
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
77°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
26%
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
City 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
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Kraska Velocity 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
94
Days to train
- Race
- Kraska Velocity 5k
- Date
- October 10, 2026
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Kennesaw than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
Plan your trip to KennesawComing Up
More Running races near Kennesaw, GA
Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon
5K · 10K · Half Marathon · From $30 · Zama Mexican - Kennesaw
1 mile away
Love is a Verb 5K
5K · From $30 · Riverstone Church 2005 Stilesboro Rd
2 miles away
Global Nerve Foundation - You've got Nerve! 2026
125 Townpark Dr., Suite 300
4 miles away
Labor Day 5K/10K/15K
5K · 10K · 15K · From $35 · Zama Mexican Cuisine restaurant
1 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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an 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 Kraska Velocity 5k?+
When and where is the Kraska Velocity 5k?+
How do I register for the Kraska Velocity 5k?+
Kraska Velocity 5k
Oct 10, 2026