Gateway to Space 5K/10K

Gateway to Space 5K/10K

The 10th Annual Gateway to Space 5K/10K will take place on March 7th, 2026 on the iconic Launch and Landing Facility (formerly known as Shuttle Landing Facility) at Kennedy Space Center. Join us on the 'out of this world' start line and keep your eyes open on the course for your chance to see landing marks from the shuttles of our past.

USATF Certified Racecourse
5K - FL23017JK | 10K - FL23016JK
#ACSGatewayToSpace

Due to federal restrictions of the Cape Canaveral Spaceport, all In-Person participants MUST be U.S. Citizens of 12 years of age or older. There are no spectators permitted for this race.

Races

• US Citizens ONLY Gateway to Space 5K
  $60 $45 8:00AM EST - 11:00AM EST
  Price increases after June 29, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
  Open to ages 12+. Sign Up
• US Citizens ONLY Gateway to Space 10K
  $70 $55 8:00AM EST - 11:00AM EST
  Price increases after June 29, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
  Open to ages 12+. Sign Up
• VIRTUAL 5K Gateway to Space Virtual Challenge
  $60 $50
  Registration ends March 4, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
  Sign Up

Fundraising is an Important and Highly Encouraged part of the ACS Gateway to Space!

Packet Pickup:
Early Packet Pickup - TBA
Saturday, March 7th, 2026 @ Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Race Day:
Saturday, March 7, 2026 @ Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Kennedy Space Center, SR 405, Kennedy Space Center, FL US 32953
5:30 AM: Parking Opens at the KSC Visitor Complex
5:45 AM: Check-In/Packet Pickup & Security Opens at the KSC Visitor Complex.
7:00 AM: KSC Parking Closes and Last Bus to Shuttle Landing Facility Departs
8:00 AM: 5K/10K Start

Amenities
Complimentary race shirt (Guaranteed shirt by Jan 24, 2026 registration)
Finisher Medals
Costume Contest
Recognition of Top Fundraisers
5K & 10K Awards:

Due to the fundraising nature of this event, if circumstances outside of our control prevent us from racing in person all participants will be moved to the virtual race. No refunds will be issued. If you choose not to attend in-person, your race registration can be transferred to the Virtual Race through March 1st, 2026. There will be an additional charge to mail race packets if you choose this option. Registrations cannot be deferred to 2027.