Race Info

Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon

Sat July 25, 2026

Kennesaw, GA 30144 US

Don't let the summer sun keep you from the fun! Countdown to Race Day 04 Months 28 Days 09 Hours 46 Minutes 42 Seconds

Events

5K: Price: $25 - $30, Time: 8:00AM EDT
10K: Price: $30 - $35, Time: 7:30AM EDT
Half Marathon: Price: $45 - $50, Time: 7:00AM EDT
Virtual Events: Price: $30, Time: 7:00AM - 8:00AM EDT

Race Website: https://www.fivestarntp.com/races/Hot-Fun-in-the-Summer-Sun

Description

Turn up the heat at the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon, blazing into Kennesaw, GA at the end of July. This mid-summer race is all about sunshine, strong miles, and celebrating your accomplishment in true summertime style. Choose your challenge—5K, 10K, or Half Marathon—and embrace the energy of a peak-summer race day. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply soaking in the vibrant atmosphere, this event delivers a fun, high-spirited racing experience in the heart of Georgia. Every athlete who crosses the finish line will receive a custom finisher medal designed to capture the bold, bright spirit of summer. Awards will be presented in all three distances to the top three male and female finishers in the standard five-year age groups, beginning with 10 & Under. If you’re ready for sunshine, sweat, and a strong finish, the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon is your perfect summer race destination.

Charity Partner

Five Star NTP is seeking a Charity Partner to join forces for this exciting event. This collaboration offers a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness about your organiztion's mission while generating much-needed funds to support your cause. Make a Difference as a Charity Partner with Five Star NTP. Imagine hundreds of athletes lacing up their shoes, crossing the start line, and knowing every step they take is helping your cause. That’s the power of becoming a Charity Partner with Five Star NTP. As our official Charity Partner, your organization (or an individual in need) will be in the spotlight. We’ll feature you on our website, registration page, and social media — donations collected through the race go straight to you. No fees. No cuts. Your only obligation will be to provide 5-7 volunteers on race day and help promote the event within your circle of influence. For more information about being the Charity Partner, contact [email protected].

Volunteer

Volunteering for this race can earn you a $50 Visa Gift Card. Here's how it works: 1) You sign up to volunteer on the Volunteer page. 2) You recruit 3 (three) others - 15 years or older - to volunteer for this race and have them sign up on the Volunteer page and put Your Name when it asks who recruited them. 3) You and your recruits show up on race day and volunteer for the entire race. 4) After the race, if all qualifications are met, Five Star NTP will mail you your $50 Visa Gift card. Get started by signing up on the Volunteer Page.

Registration Fees

Early Bird Registration (ends 03/20): -5K: $30 (no shirt save $5) -10K: $35 (no shirt save $5) -Half Marathon: $50 (no shirt save $5) -Virtual Races: $30
Regular Registration (ends 07/18): -5K: $35 (no shirt save $5) -10K: $40 (no shirt save $5) -Half Marathon: $55 (no shirt save $5) -Virtual Races: $35
Late Registration (ends 07/24): -5K: $37.5 (no shirt save $5) -10K: $42.5 (no shirt save $5) -Half Marathon: $57.5 (no shirt save $5)
Race Day Registration: -5K: $40 (no shirt save $5) -10K: $45 (no shirt save $5) -Half Marathon: $60 (no shirt save $5)

*All participants (Except No Shirt) registered by 07/15 are guaranteed race swag in your size. Afterwards it's while supplies last.

Event Schedule

July 15: Last day to guarantee your swag
July 25: 6:00 AM Race Day Registration & Check-In Opens
7:00 AM: Half Marathon starts
7:30 AM: 10K starts
8:00 AM: 5K starts

Virtual Running - How it works & Link for Time Submission

Can't make it out to the event site on race day? Still want to participate and have a shot at an award? or maybe you saw the hat and said: "Sweet...I want one!" Then the virtual race is for you. Run when & where you want, just submit your time by end of Race Day. We'll ship out virtual packages the week-day after event date! *Shipping available for continental US only.

Course & Timing

Chip timing for a pretty flat & fast course!

5K Course
10K Course
Half Marathon Course

Water Stations

We will have Self-Serve water stations approximately every 1.5 miles. If you are wanting to run fast and not stop, you might want to bring your own personal hydration.

Pacing

Participants will need to finish with at least a 16 min/mile pace.

Awards & Goodies

Awesome race shirts! Awards as follows: Top 3 Overall M/F Top 3 Overall Master's M/F Top 3 Overall Grand Master M/F Top 3 Overall Senior Master M/F Top 3 in all the usual 5 year age groups 10 & Under - 75+

Groups & Teams

Running is more F-U-N together, even if we're far apart! Grab your friends, co-workers, neighbors or family and participate as a TEAM. Your TEAM can be local or across the states; virtual participants will have their shirts shipped! Teams of 5 or more receive discounts off their registration, discounts below.

Turkey Trot & Championships

This is one of the first opportunities for top finishers to earn a spot in the Championships Event to be held in January 2026. The number of spots available is based on the total registration. See event website for details. All participants will automatically qualify for (1)FREE entry into ONE of the Five Star Thanksgiving Turkey Trots. See event website for details.

Event Courtesy Policy & Refund Policy

Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event will be immediately disqualified, asked to leave the venue and course immediately with no refunds. All registrations are final. There are no refunds, deferments, or transfers. Event will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, we will cancel for the safety of the participants...there are no refunds in this case. Participants that do not show up to race/event forfeit their right to any swag. No COVID-19 Refunds. If unforeseen circumstances arise due to COVID-19, including any Federal or State Health Emergency, refunds will not be provided. The event will go 100% Virtual & shirts will be shipped to participants.

RaceJoy

RaceJoy - - Available for Apple and Android devices. Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers! We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon. Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers! Some key RaceJoy features include: GPS Progress Alerts Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal. Live GPS Tracking Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others. Send-a-Cheer Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family. Virtual Results (virtual events only) Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results. To use RaceJoy, you must carry your phone and activate tracking on the day you complete your race. View RaceJoy How-To - - -

Packet Pickup

We always do packet pickup on race morning starting one hour prior to the start of the race. If we have an early pickup available, it will be added here.

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