Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Space Commerce Way
Merritt Island, FL US 32953
January 15, 2027
7:00 PM
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 Space Coast. 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.
3K Run/Walk
Price:
$35
($20:
Ages 0 - 12)
Time:
7:00PM EST
1,500 spots left. Registration Opens September 1, 2026 at 9:00am EDT
Guest Entry
Price:
$0
Time:
7:00PM EST
350 spots left. Registration Opens September 1, 2026 at 9:00am EDT
3K ENTRY FEES:
Early Registration (until December 31, 2026)
Adult - $35
Child (12 & under) - $20
Registration (January 1 - January 14)
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
SHIRTS:
Only pre-registered participants that complete the registration by December 15, 2026 are guaranteed a complimentary race shirt.
PARKING:
Complimentary parking is available in parking lots 4 and 5 beginning at 5:00 PM.
SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, January 13th @ Running Zone (3696 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL)
10:00 AM – 6:30 PM: Packet Pick Up
Thursday, January 14th @ Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Packet Pick up
Friday, January 15th @ 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!
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+
Course Map
PROCEEDS
Proceeds will benefit the United Way Space Coast. 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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Race Location
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Space Commerce Way
Merritt Island, FL 32953 US
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