11th Annual Dashing through the Square 5K Run/Walk

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.

Join us on August 8th for the 21st year of the Dog Days 5K as we band together to raise money for local Cobb charities.

Our "Dog Days" 5K honors the heat and humidity of summer and over the years, the Rotary Club of East Cobb has donated more than $800,000 from race proceeds to local and international service projects.

Registration is $30 through July 31st, $35 after or for Phantom Runners.

Prize Money:

Overall male winner: $200

Overall female winner: $200

Master (age 40 +) male winner: $150

Master female winner: $150

Grandmaster (age 50+) male winner: $100

Grandmaster female winner: $100

Senior (60+) male winner: $50

Senior female winner: $50

Overall prize pool is $1000.

Event details and schedule

The Global Nerve Foundation (GNF) is a charitable, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of millions of people worldwide affected by peripheral nerve problems.

To celebrate our fourth anniversary on September 13, 2026, we’re hosting our first-ever virtual 5K and 10K—and you can participate from anywhere in the world. This event has two goals:

1. Raise global awareness of peripheral nerve problems, and

2. Support GNF’s mission through optional fundraising (participation is free).

Participants who choose to fundraise will be eligible to receive free race swag and GNF goodies as a thank-you for their support.

Run or walk on your own route, at your own pace, wherever you are. Participants can submit their results during the first two weeks of September.

We hope you’ll join us to raise awareness of peripheral nerve problems and help advance the work of the Global Nerve Foundation. Learn more about the Global Nerve Foundation at https://globalnervefoundation.org/run-for-nerve/

Celebrate the spirit of hard work and hometown heroes at the Labor Day 5K/10K/15K — a race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who serve as our First Responders.

We will gather in Kennesaw, GA for this meaningful Labor Day event which recognizes firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, and medical professionals who protect and serve our communities every day. Whether you’re running in support of a loved one, racing alongside a local hero, or participating as a First Responder yourself, this event is about gratitude, strength, and unity.

Participants may choose from three distances — 5K, 10K, or 15K — making it accessible for runners and walkers of all levels. All First Responders receive a free race entry as a small token of appreciation for their service. Valid ID must be presented at bib pickup to confirm eligibility.

All athletes who cross the finish line will earn a custom finisher medal, and awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in each distance in the standard five-year age groups, beginning with 10 & Under.

This Labor Day, don’t just take the day off — lace up, show up, and run with purpose as we honor those who answer the call when it matters most.