GCTC Rocket Man Run 5K & Fun Walk

Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT

Location: Shawnee, OK; One John C. Bruton Blvd., 74804
Type: RUN

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Support the Gordon Cooper Technology Center Foundation with a chip-timed 5K or a fun walk on an out-and-back course with inclines.

Competitive
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the Gordon Cooper Technology Center Foundation for the Rocket Man Run 5K & Fun Walk in Shawnee, OK. This event supports the Foundation's mission, offering a professionally chip-timed 5K for runners and a relaxed 1-mile fun walk. The course features an out-and-back route with some inclines. Participants can look forward to a short-sleeved t-shirt for early registration and refreshments after crossing the finish line.

What to expect

Experience a professionally chip-timed 5K run or a relaxed 1-mile fun walk.
Navigate an out-and-back course featuring some inclines and hills.
Enjoy post-race refreshments and receive a short-sleeved t-shirt if registered early.

Standout details

Benefits Gordon Cooper Technology Center Foundation
Professionally chip-timed 5K
Awards for Top 25 Overall finishers
Post-race refreshments

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Aug 22, 7:45 AM CDT · From $32.80
Opens Apr 1, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 31, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, Aug 22, 7:30 AM CDT · From $32.80
Opens Apr 1, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 31, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Support
Sat, Aug 22, 7:45 AM CDT · From $32.80
Opens Apr 1, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · Closes Aug 20, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

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The course

From the organizer

Gordon Cooper Technology Center Foundation Presents Rocket Man Run 5K & Fun Walk!

Gordon Cooper Technology Center-Main Campus-One John C. Bruton Blvd., Shawnee Oklahoma

COST: 5K and Fun Walk-$30 (+ online registration processing fees)

SWAG: All participants registered by 11:59PM on August 1st are guaranteed a short-sleeved, cotton t-shirt. All registrants after that time are NOT guaranteed a t-shirt.

COURSE: Out and back with inclines/hills.

DISTANCE: 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk.

TIMING: All 5K participants will be professionally chip timed and receive an official race finish time. Fun Walk participants will not be timed. A kiosk will be available to scan your bib and receive a printout of your time. TIMES WILL BE POSTED ON THE RACE WEBSITE WITHIN 24 HOURS .

RESULTS: Results will be available on this race web page within 24 hours of the race concluding. Because this is a chip-timed event, each runner's time will reflect that elapsed time between when he/she crossed the start and finish line.

AWARDS:

· Top 25 Overall finishers will receive a commemorative medal as they cross the finish line.

HOSPITALITY:

· Refreshments will be available as runners depart the race area.

PACKET PICKUP: Participants can pick up their packets the day before the event

· Friday, August 21st, 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm at the Marty Lewis Public Safety Center on the GCTC Main Campus.

QUESTIONS? Contact the race director at info@gctech.edu

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