04/01/2026
Congratulations to the Artemis II launch team and crew on a successful launch 🚀
Delays happen. Timelines shift. But when the mission matters, you get it right—and today proved it was worth the wait.
Wishing the crew safe travels as they carry humanity forward and inspire what’s next.
From one launch to another… we’ll see you at the next countdown. 🌌
03/19/2026
🚀 FROM THE VAULT — 10 YEAR EXCLUSIVE
For the first time ever, we’re unlocking the Gateway to Space archive.
We’ve brought back a limited selection of medals and shirts from past races—perfect if you missed a year or want to complete your collection.
👕 Shirts – suggested $10 donation
🏅 Medals – suggested $5 donation
✨ Limited quantities
✨ First come, first served
✨ Once they’re gone… they’re gone
Grab a piece of Gateway to Space history while you can. Every donation helps support the mission of the American Cancer Society. 
03/15/2026
🚀 The Golden Rockets are ready for launch.
These trophies will be awarded to our Top Fundraisers and Costume Contest winners at the 2026 Gateway to Space 5K/10K.
This year marks 10 years of running the runway at Kennedy Space Center.
A Decade of Miles. A Lifetime of Impact.
03/13/2026
🚀 Last chance to make your race plans.
Registration for the Gateway to Space 5K/10K closes March 15 at 11:59 PM.
We’re processing the final waitlist selections and race logistics to confirm our field of runners.
Registered participants: this is also your final opportunity to switch to the virtual race option if needed.
03/10/2026
For 10 years, Gateway to Space has been about more than miles.
This year, we’re turning that momentum into something bigger — funding 1,000 free rides to treatment through the American Cancer Society’s Road To Recovery® program.
Because no one should miss care simply because they can’t get there.
Let’s go further together.
03/04/2026
These runners and teams are leading the charge in supporting the American Cancer Society’s mission to fund lifesaving research and provide critical patient support. Because of leaders like these, every mile goes further than the finish line.
Want to join them?
Raise $100 to earn your 10-Year Mission Patch.
Raise $250 and run for free.
Let’s grow this list. 💫
03/02/2026
For 10 years, Gateway to Space has united our community to fund lifesaving cancer research, provide critical patient support, and advance the American Cancer Society’s mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone — because every mile carries impact far beyond the finish line.
A Decade of Miles. A Lifetime of Impact.
03/01/2026
🚀 The runway is full!
Registration is now closed for the 2026 Gateway to Space 5K/10K.
You can still join the waitlist until March 15th, 2026 — and you can still power the mission of the American Cancer Society as we work to end cancer for everyone. Let’s make this our most impactful year yet. 💜
02/28/2026
🚨 Waitlist spots are ready for launch!
You have 72 hours to accept your invitation and complete registration before your spot moves to the next runner. ⏳
Check your email and secure your place on the runway.