Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Space Race 3K Walk/Run
- Date Fri 16th January 2026
- Time 7:00PM EST
- Location Merritt Island, Florida
- Price Free - $38.50
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Space Race 3K Walk/Run on January 16, 2026, in Merritt Island, Brevard! This inspiring event invites participants to take one small step towards building a stronger community while enjoying a scenic walk/run through the iconic Kennedy Space Center. The 3K course will guide you past the historic Rocket Garden, featuring nine authentic rockets, and the awe-inspiring entryway to Space Shuttle Atlantis. Plus, you’ll journey by Heroes & Legends, showcasing the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame.
Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome, making this a fantastic family-friendly event. After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate their achievements at the after-race party with a complimentary beer in hand! Don't miss the chance to win awards presented by a veteran NASA astronaut in various categories. Registration is now open, with early bird fees available until December 31, 2025. Proceeds from the event benefit the United Way of Brevard, supporting essential community services. Experience a day filled with excitement, inspiration, and a commitment to making a difference!
Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome, making this a fantastic family-friendly event. After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate their achievements at the after-race party with a complimentary beer in hand! Don't miss the chance to win awards presented by a veteran NASA astronaut in various categories. Registration is now open, with early bird fees available until December 31, 2025. Proceeds from the event benefit the United Way of Brevard, supporting essential community services. Experience a day filled with excitement, inspiration, and a commitment to making a difference!
Organiser's Description
ONE SMALL STEP TO BUILD A STRONGER COMMUNITY!
THE SPACE RACE 3K IS A WALK/RUN THROUGHOUT KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX THAT BENEFITS UNITED WAY OF BREVARD. THE WALK/RUN JOURNEYS PARTICIPANTS THROUGH THE HISTORIC ROCKET GARDEN FEATURING NINE AUTHENTIC ROCKETS, THE BOOSTER STACK THAT GRACES THE ENTRYWAY TO SPACE SHUTTLE ATLANTIS AND TO HEROES & LEGENDS FEATURING THE U.S. ASTRONAUT HALL OF FAME.
WINNERS IN EACH CATEGORY WILL RECEIVE THEIR AWARD FROM A VETERAN NASA ASTRONAUT. AFTER THE RACE, ENJOY A BEER AT THE AFTER-RACE PARTY!
THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT IS OPEN TO GUESTS OF RUNNERS FOR A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5 TO THE UNITED WAY.
LOCATION:
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX IS LOCATED ON SPACE COMMERCE WAY, MERRITT ISLAND, FL
3K ENTRY FEES:
EARLY REGISTRATION (UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2025)
ADULT - $35
CHILD (12 & UNDER) - $20
REGISTRATION (JANUARY 1 - JANUARY 15)
ADULTS - $40
CHILD (12 & UNDER) - $25
RACE DAY REGISTRATION (IF AVAILABLE)
ADULTS - $45
CHILD (12 & UNDER) - $30
GUEST ENTRY FEE:
ONLINE REGISTRATION - SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5 TO THE UNITED WAY
SCHEDULE:
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14TH @ RUNNING ZONE (3696 N WICKHAM RD, MELBOURNE, FL)
10:00 AM 6:30 PM: PACKET PICK UP
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15TH @ KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: PACKET PICK UP
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16TH @ KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX
5:30 PM: PACKET PICK UP, & GUEST SPECTATOR CHECK-IN OPENS
6:45 PM: PACKET PICKUP, & GUEST SPECTATOR CHECK-IN CLOSES
7:00 PM: 3K START!
AMENITIES:
*
COMPLIMENTARY RACE SHIRT (GUARANTEED SHIRT IF REGISTERED BY DECEMBER 16, 2025)
*
RACE MEDAL FOR THE FIRST 1500 REGISTRANTS
*
THE WALK/RUN GUIDES PARTICIPANTS THROUGH THE HISTORIC ROCKET GARDEN FEATURING NINE AUTHENTIC ROCKETS, THE BOOSTER STACK THAT GRACES THE ENTRYWAY TO SPACE SHUTTLE ATLANTIS AND BY HEROES & LEGENDS WITH A LARGER-THAN-LIFE PORTRAIT OF THE MERCURY 7 ASTRONAUTS.
*
ENJOY A BEER AT THE AFTER-RACE PARTY
*
THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT IS OPEN TO GUESTS OF RUNNERS WITH A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5
AWARDS:
PRESENTED BY VETERAN NASA ASTRONAUT!
TOP 3 OVERALL M & F
TOP MASTERS (40+) M & F
TOP 3 M & F AGE GROUPS: 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
SHIRTS:
ONLY PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS THAT COMPLETE THE REGISTRATION BY DECEMBER 16, 2025 ARE GUARANTEED A COMPLIMENTARY RACE SHIRT.
PARKING:
COMPLIMENTARY PARKING IS AVAILABLE IN PARKING LOTS 4 AND 5 BEGINNING AT 5:00 PM.
PROCEEDS:
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE UNITED WAY OF BREVARD. MORE THAN 82,000 PEOPLE LIVE IN POVERTY IN BREVARD, EXPERIENCING CHALLENGES WITH HUNGER, HOMELESSNESS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND HEALTH. UNITED WAY KNOWS THAT PREVENTION IS KEY! THEY LEVERAGE RESOURCES AND PARTNERSHIPS TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND CAPACITY OF SERVICES IN OUR REGION. THESE SERVICES CREATE MEASURABLE IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITIES.
THE SPACE RACE 3K IS A WALK/RUN THROUGHOUT KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX THAT BENEFITS UNITED WAY OF BREVARD. THE WALK/RUN JOURNEYS PARTICIPANTS THROUGH THE HISTORIC ROCKET GARDEN FEATURING NINE AUTHENTIC ROCKETS, THE BOOSTER STACK THAT GRACES THE ENTRYWAY TO SPACE SHUTTLE ATLANTIS AND TO HEROES & LEGENDS FEATURING THE U.S. ASTRONAUT HALL OF FAME.
WINNERS IN EACH CATEGORY WILL RECEIVE THEIR AWARD FROM A VETERAN NASA ASTRONAUT. AFTER THE RACE, ENJOY A BEER AT THE AFTER-RACE PARTY!
THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT IS OPEN TO GUESTS OF RUNNERS FOR A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5 TO THE UNITED WAY.
LOCATION:
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX IS LOCATED ON SPACE COMMERCE WAY, MERRITT ISLAND, FL
3K ENTRY FEES:
EARLY REGISTRATION (UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2025)
ADULT - $35
CHILD (12 & UNDER) - $20
REGISTRATION (JANUARY 1 - JANUARY 15)
ADULTS - $40
CHILD (12 & UNDER) - $25
RACE DAY REGISTRATION (IF AVAILABLE)
ADULTS - $45
CHILD (12 & UNDER) - $30
GUEST ENTRY FEE:
ONLINE REGISTRATION - SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5 TO THE UNITED WAY
SCHEDULE:
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14TH @ RUNNING ZONE (3696 N WICKHAM RD, MELBOURNE, FL)
10:00 AM 6:30 PM: PACKET PICK UP
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15TH @ KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: PACKET PICK UP
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16TH @ KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX
5:30 PM: PACKET PICK UP, & GUEST SPECTATOR CHECK-IN OPENS
6:45 PM: PACKET PICKUP, & GUEST SPECTATOR CHECK-IN CLOSES
7:00 PM: 3K START!
AMENITIES:
*
COMPLIMENTARY RACE SHIRT (GUARANTEED SHIRT IF REGISTERED BY DECEMBER 16, 2025)
*
RACE MEDAL FOR THE FIRST 1500 REGISTRANTS
*
THE WALK/RUN GUIDES PARTICIPANTS THROUGH THE HISTORIC ROCKET GARDEN FEATURING NINE AUTHENTIC ROCKETS, THE BOOSTER STACK THAT GRACES THE ENTRYWAY TO SPACE SHUTTLE ATLANTIS AND BY HEROES & LEGENDS WITH A LARGER-THAN-LIFE PORTRAIT OF THE MERCURY 7 ASTRONAUTS.
*
ENJOY A BEER AT THE AFTER-RACE PARTY
*
THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT IS OPEN TO GUESTS OF RUNNERS WITH A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5
AWARDS:
PRESENTED BY VETERAN NASA ASTRONAUT!
TOP 3 OVERALL M & F
TOP MASTERS (40+) M & F
TOP 3 M & F AGE GROUPS: 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
SHIRTS:
ONLY PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS THAT COMPLETE THE REGISTRATION BY DECEMBER 16, 2025 ARE GUARANTEED A COMPLIMENTARY RACE SHIRT.
PARKING:
COMPLIMENTARY PARKING IS AVAILABLE IN PARKING LOTS 4 AND 5 BEGINNING AT 5:00 PM.
PROCEEDS:
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE UNITED WAY OF BREVARD. MORE THAN 82,000 PEOPLE LIVE IN POVERTY IN BREVARD, EXPERIENCING CHALLENGES WITH HUNGER, HOMELESSNESS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND HEALTH. UNITED WAY KNOWS THAT PREVENTION IS KEY! THEY LEVERAGE RESOURCES AND PARTNERSHIPS TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND CAPACITY OF SERVICES IN OUR REGION. THESE SERVICES CREATE MEASURABLE IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITIES.
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