Kraska Velocity 5k 2026 — Kennesaw, GA

Date
October 10, 2026
Location
Kennesaw, GA
Venue
Ernest W Barrett Parkway Northwest
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $45.00
Events
5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Kraska Velocity 5K starts at 8:00 AM on October 10, 2026, in Kennesaw, Georgia, so plan your arrival accordingly if you're traveling in for the race. The event takes place on Ernest W Barrett Parkway Northwest and covers a single 5K distance. Entry fees range from $35 to $45. If you're heading to Kennesaw for this fall race, you'll want accommodation close enough to make that early start manageable without excessive travel time.

From the Race 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.

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Kraska Velocity 5k 2026 — Kennesaw, GA?

Kraska Velocity 5k 2026 — Kennesaw, GA takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in Kennesaw, Georgia.

Where is Kraska Velocity 5k 2026 — Kennesaw, GA held?

Kraska Velocity 5k 2026 — Kennesaw, GA is held at Ernest W Barrett Parkway Northwest in Kennesaw, Georgia.

Where can I find hotels near Kraska Velocity 5k 2026 — Kennesaw, GA?

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