Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Race Information Come out for a fun, family-friendly 5K supporting the Harrison High School Band and the incredible students who bring music, energy, and Hoya pride to our community! The Hoya & the Hare 5K takes place entirely on the Harrison High School campus, making it a great event for runners, walkers, families, and fans of the band. And don’t leave your four-legged family members at home! The Hoya & the Hare is dog-friendly, so leash up your favorite pup and bring them along for the fun. Every registration helps support the Harrison High School Band program and provides opportunities for our student musicians to learn, perform, compete, and represent our community — including on the national stage. Run. Walk. Wag. Support the Band.

Join us Kennesaw, GA for the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a meaningful race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you’re running in tribute, alongside a veteran, or as a veteran yourself, this event is a powerful way to show gratitude and community support. As a token of appreciation, all Veterans race for FREE, and Active Duty military can participate for just $15. Family members and supporters are encouraged to join at the regular registration rate and be part of this special day of recognition and celebration. (ID Required - any form of government issued Military ID) All participants will receive a custom finisher medal upon crossing the finish line—because every mile run in honor of our heroes deserves to be celebrated. For those looking to compete, this race delivers. Awards will be presented to the Top Three Male and Female Overall finishers in each distance, as well as the Top Three Overall Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Masters Male and Female finishers. In addition, the top three athletes in each of the traditional five-year age groups (starting at 10 & Under) will earn awards across all race distances. Come run, walk, and stand in support—because honoring our veterans never goes out of stride.

Gobble Gobble Gobble...   We have three Turkey Trots in the Metro Atlanta Area (Early Bird, Get Basted, and the Five Star Thanksgiving Day)...Now you can do all 3 and be a part of the Trifecta.  You get a special shirt, special bib, and a special finisher medal.

This is the EARLY BIRD Turkey Trot...Saturday 11/21/2026 in Kennesaw. We are excited to bring back our Turkey Trot events for 2026!~  Guidelines will be the same as prior, please note the specific dates in order to qualify for a complimentary race entry! If you haven't crossed under our finish line this year...that's OK too...You can still come out and join us...it's just $22 ($25 Race Day), in-person or virtual.Swag available for purchase:  Awesome Shirts $22 ($25 on raceday), Hoodies $27 ($30 on raceday) & Finisher Medals available for just $7.50 ($10 on raceday)! Two weeks before Thanksgiving in 2011, we decided that we wanted to give back to all the participants who came out to race with us over the course of the year. Thanksgiving morning seemed to be the perfect time, and giving them a FREE race would be the perfect way to say thanks. We're continuing that tradition...If you've crossed under our finish line in any race from Dec. 1, 2025 - Nov. 14, 2026, yo

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.

Embrace the chill and conquer the miles at the Java Jog 5K/10K/15K Challengethe event where every mile is fueled by flavor, fun, and fresh motivation! Today we’re serving up two great distances: a smooth and steady 5K and a bold, full-bodied 10K. But for those runners who like their race day extra strong, we’re also proud to present the Espresso Challenge—where athletes take on both the 5K and the 10K for the ultimate double-shot experience. Whether you’re here for a relaxed morning run, a flavorful challenge, or an all-out caffeine-fueled adventure, this race has something for everyone. So shake off the sleepiness, warm up those legs, and get ready to kickstart your day with a course that’s sure to energize. Cold crisp mornings are a regular thing…come by Zama in Kennesaw, GA to watch a beautiful sunrise and enjoy a Flat & Fast 5K/10K. We'll have Finisher Medals, a Long Sleeve Shirt, and great awards for the Top 3 Overall M/F, Top 3 Overall Masters M/F, Top 3 Overall Grand Master M/F, Top 3 Overall Senior Master M/F, and the Top 3 in the 5 year age groups (10 & under - 75+). Espresso Challenge awards to the Top 3 Male & Female. Java Jog 5K/10K & Espresso Challenge—let’s get this morning brewing!

Come out and honor Olivia Pugh's life by participating in the 3rd annual Olivia Kate Pugh Strength and Shield Scholarship Memorial 5K Run. WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THAT OLIVIA KATE'S PATH 5K IS NOW AN OFFICIAL NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL PEACHTREE ROAD RACE QUALIFYING EVENT! We will be starting & finishing at Harrison High School on February 27, 2027 at 8:30 am. We'll have short sleeve race shirts for all participants, as well as awards for the overall winners and all the usual age groups.

WHAT The Love is a Verb Road Race is in its 4th Annual race and was started as a fundraiser for the "8th Day Clean." 8th Day Clean was established in 2017 to assist young people, in 3rd World Countries, with education and a self-sustaining skill to promote financial stability. We seek to radically improve the pace and depth of growth in the spiritual and physical health of communities in the developing world by transforming the way that the Body of Christ engages in global missions. 8th Day Clean exists to instill dignity, strength, and worth in women struggling in extreme poverty environments so that they can dream and laugh at times to come. EVENT DETAILS EVENT DETAILS ON-SITE RUNNER: The 5K will be on Saturday, August 21st, 2027 and begin and end at Riverstone Church Parking Lot (2005 Stilesboro Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30152). The race begins at 8:00 am. VIRTUAL RUNNER: Can't make it to Riverstone Church on race day? Run from where you are... COURSE The course is an up and down loop course through Barrett Greene neighborhood adjacent to Riverstone Church. AWARDS Awards are offered for all on-site participants. Awards will be given the for top 3 finishers of each age category for Male & Female. We will also award the top overall Male & Female winners of the race. The age categories are 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and over. T-SHIRTS T-shirts are guaranteed to all registrations received prior to 11:59 pm on Sunday, 8/08/27. ON-SITE PARKING There will be plenty of parking at Riverstone Church (2005 Stilesboro Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30152). WEATHER The race will happen rain or shine. Be prepared to run in any weather. Only in the cases of extreme weather will changes to the race schedule occur. Please check your email on race morning for real-time updates on the status of the race if there is severe weather. REGISTRATION Online registration closes at 11:59 pm on 8/20. You will also have the opportunity to sign up race morning 7:00-7:40 am at Riverstone Church (weather permitting). Race day registration will be available via QR code - charge only. The fee is $40.00. REFUNDS No refunds or transfers from person-to-person or year-to-year are allowed. While we understand schedules change and things come up, we have a strict no-refund and transfer policy. Race Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to extreme conditions such as weather. Registration fees are not refundable in the event of the race cancellation due to “Acts of God" or things outside of the control of the Race Director. PACKET PICK-UP Onsite at Riverstone Church (2005 Stilesboro Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30152) 7:00-7:40 am race day morning (8/21/27) TIMING Live Results will be accessible via QR code found on your race bib when you cross the finish line. The race will be timed by Elite Race Timing. Each participant will receive a race bib with a timing chip attached to the bib. Results will be provided at the finish line and will be posted to Elite’s website immediately following the race at www.eliteracetiming.com. WATER STATIONS There will be one water station on the course. Runners are encouraged to bring water bottles with them. Additional water and post-race snacks will be available at the finish line. DOGS/STROLLERS No Dogs allowed. Strollers are allowed on the course and at the Start/Finish line. FIRST AID In case of an emergency, please immediately notify one of the on-site medical volunteers or a police officer. RESTROOMS Restrooms are available at Riverstone Church SPONSORS THANK YOU to our great event sponsors! If you are interested in being a sponsor, we have many sponsorship packages that will meet your needs. Please email mistyvanfountain@gmail.com to learn more. This race is not possible without our sponsors' support, so please support them year-round! PROCEEDS Proceeds from the race benefit the 8th Day Clean, LLC. VOLUNTEER Interested in getting involved? We cannot put on the race without many helping hands, so please consider volunteering your time, skills, and/or resources. Please contact us below. CONTACT Questions or comments? Please email us at mistyvanfountain@gmail.com. Race Contact Info mistyvanfountain@gmail.com

Celebrate the spirit of hard work and hometown heroes at the Labor Day 5K/10K/15K — a race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who serve as our First Responders. We will gather in Kennesaw, GA for this meaningful Labor Day event which recognizes firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, and medical professionals who protect and serve our communities every day. Whether you’re running in support of a loved one, racing alongside a local hero, or participating as a First Responder yourself, this event is about gratitude, strength, and unity. Participants may choose from three distances — 5K, 10K, or 15K — making it accessible for runners and walkers of all levels. All First Responders receive a free race entry as a small token of appreciation for their service. Valid ID must be presented at bib pickup to confirm eligibility. All athletes who cross the finish line will earn a custom finisher medal, and awards will be presented to the top three male and