
Kraska Velocity 5k is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Kennesaw, GA, with an entry fee of $45.
Lace up and take flight! Join us on November 21, 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.
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
62°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dallas 7 Ne, 9 mi from the venue.
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.
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.
40
Days to train
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Kraska Velocity 5k
Nov 21, 2026