Race into Finals 5k at KSU

Race into Finals 5k at KSU

The 2026 10th Annual Race Into Finals at Kent State University is Sunday, May 3! 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk

Lace up and join us for a fun, community race! Funds raised benefit the College of Nursing Student Emergency Fund.

Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026

1 Mile Fun Run: 8:30 AM EDT

5K Race: 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Kent State University, Henderson Hall, College of Nursing, Kent, OH 44243 US

Parking: Free parking is available at Henderson Hall R8 lot and C Science Lots. Please note: R8 lot access will be closed from 8:30 AM – 9:05 AM during the race.

What’s Included?

• Race timing
• Post-race snacks
• Exclusive event T-shirt (Register by April 23 to guarantee yours!)

Registration Fees:

• 5K: $30 (Students get $10 off with code "Student")
• 1 Mile: $15
• Bring 2 friends! Refer two people and get a $5 refund!

Fun Awards & Prizes!

• Top finishers, male and female, overall, and age groups
• "Middle of the Pack" Finisher
• "School Your Professor" Challenge
• Youngest & Wisest (Oldest) Participants

Packet Pickup:

• Race Day: Starting at 7:30 AM
• Early Pickup (optional): Friday afternoon before race- 3pm-5pm Henderson Hall

Registration Deadlines:

• Online Registration Closes: May 1, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
• Day-of Registration: Available until 8:15 AM (cash or check only) $35 for 5K, and $20 for 1 mile.

Not a Runner? No Problem!

Donate: Support the cause with a tax-deductible donation!

Volunteer: Sign up to help along the race route & cheer on participants!