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Beat the Price Increase for the Great Locomotive Chase 5K

The next race in the Kennesaw Grand Prix Race series is right around the corner, and you need to register today to beat the price increase. The cost to run in the Great Locomotive Chase 5K is $25 through August 26. As of Wednesday, August 27, the price for the 5K increases to $30 and $35 on the day of the race. The 1-mile race is $15 now through race day.

The Great Locomotive Chase 5K benefits the Southern Museum and will take place on Saturday, September 6. Come run/walk the fast, flat, well-marked and certified race course down Main Street through Swift Cantrell Park. It’s a great race for the entire family and of course there will be plenty of refreshing Fontis Water along the course! Cash prizes will be awarded to the top male & female, as well as top male & female masters. The top 50 will enjoy a delicious brunch in the VIP area and when runners are finished they can enjoy the Taste of Kennesaw in downtown Kennesaw.

Pre-registered participants will receive a super-soft shirt, the perfect t-shirt to celebrate your race!

Race times are as follows:

7:30AM – 1 Mile Fun Run
8:00AM – 5k Run/Walk
8:55AM – Tot Trot

Register today at Big Peach Running Company in Kennesaw or Marietta or online at Active.