Gateway to Space - Merritt Island

01 Mar, 2025 (Sat)

Running

5 km, 10 km

About the event

The Gateway to Space is a 5K/10K is held on the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (formerly known as the Shuttle Landing Facility) and benefits the American Cancer Society.  The American Cancer Society, is on a mission to free the world from cancer. Until then, they fund and conduct research, share expert information, support patients, and spread the word about prevention. All so you can live longer — and better. For the first time in history, the American Cancer Society's mission is at risk. Fundraising is not required but is highly encouraged. Mindy from Mindy & Company on Lite Rock 99.3 will be hosting the event.

Timetable:
Friday, February 28th, 2025 @ TBD
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Packet Pickup

Saturday, March 1, 2025 @ 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:  Packet Pickup, and Security Check-in Opens at the KSC Visitor Complex
7:00 AM:  Last Bus to Shuttle Landing Facility Departs
8:00 AM:  5K/10K Start

Amenities

Complimentary race shirt (Guaranteed shirt by Jan 19, 2025 registration)Finisher MedalsCostume Contest Recognition of Top Fundraisers

5K & 10K Awards:

1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male & FemaleMasters Male & FemaleAge Group awards - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female

**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 2/11/2024.  There will be an additional charge to mail race packets if you choose this option.
Registrations cannot be deferred to 2026.

Races offered by this event

You have 14 weeks to prepare

5K

01 Mar, 2025 (Sat) - 08:00
Running
5 km
USATF Certified
Solo
On site
Road

10K

01 Mar, 2025 (Sat) - 08:00
Running
10 km
USATF Certified
Solo
On site
Road

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