Sports and Recreation Events

Discover diverse and exciting events and activities designed to promote health, fitness, and overall wellbeing while you study at Kennesaw State. Whether you're a student, employee, or community member, our events cater to a wide range of interests and skill levels. From thrilling college sports tournaments to invigorating fitness classes, we offer opportunities for you to engage, connect, and enhance your physical and mental wellness.

Begin your engagement through 5K races, RecDay celebrations, and amazing OwlFit events happening throughout the year at KSU!

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5K Races

Turkey Trot

Turkey Trot

On your mark, get set, GO! It’s time for the KSU annual tradition of the Turkey Trot 5K hosted by the Department of Sports and Recreation. Get moving by participating in this 3.1-mile race before Thanksgiving Day! Enjoy the looped course held on the paved walking trail with 2 bridge features and beautiful views of a 9-acre lake. Gather your friends and colleagues to run (or walk)! 

Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025 
Time: 7:30 AM 
Location: The Perch (Kennesaw, GA) 
register for turkey trot

Hooty Hoo 5K

Lace up your running shoes and get ready for the Hooty Hoo 5K hosted by Kennesaw State University! Join us on April 12 at The Perch for an exhilarating spring run. The race will start and finish at The Perch and will take you through the beautiful Noonday Creek Trail. Participants will receive a T-shirt and have the chance to enjoy an exciting awards ceremony, complete with food and drinks provided by local businesses and KSU Sports and Recreation. Don't miss out on this fantastic community event – whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual jogger, come and be part of the fun! 

Hooty Hoo 5K happens in April 2026. Check back for registration information. 

2025 Race Results

Race Photos

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5K Resources

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RecDay

Commemorating the founding of the National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) is the celebration of NIRSA Recreational Sports and Fitness Day or Rec Day held each February! This celebration remembers the vision ‘to celebrate health, activity, competition and inclusivity’.

Rock the Rec

The Rock the Rec Events are held each August to welcome the KSU community back for the fall semester! You'll get to participate in fun activities, learn about Sports and Recreation offerings and  enjoy refreshments and giveaways! 

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