17th Annual Joshua's Wish Gold Ribbon 5K Run/Walk & Honor Walk
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Macon, Georgia
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, for the 17th Annual Joshua's Wish Gold Ribbon 5K Run/Walk & Honor Walk, taking place at the beautiful Cavalier Fields in Macon, Bibb. This heartwarming event is not just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for children battling cancer, coinciding with Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The professionally chip-timed 5K run/walk kicks off at 8:00 AM, and participants can look forward to medals awarded to the top three finishers in each age group.
But the fun doesn't stop there! Following the 5K, all ages are invited to join the Gold Ribbon Honor Walk, a non-timed 1-mile stroll designed to honor the courage of young fighters. Whether you choose to run, walk, cheer, or participate virtually, your involvement will help raise vital awareness and funds for childhood cancer and pediatric brain tumor research. Gather your friends, form a team, and be part of this uplifting experience that has already invested over $243,000 in pediatric brain tumor research and provided essential support to families in need. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a day filled with
But the fun doesn't stop there! Following the 5K, all ages are invited to join the Gold Ribbon Honor Walk, a non-timed 1-mile stroll designed to honor the courage of young fighters. Whether you choose to run, walk, cheer, or participate virtually, your involvement will help raise vital awareness and funds for childhood cancer and pediatric brain tumor research. Gather your friends, form a team, and be part of this uplifting experience that has already invested over $243,000 in pediatric brain tumor research and provided essential support to families in need. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a day filled with
Organiser's Description
NEW FOR 2026: EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY OF CAVALIER FIELDS ON OUR TRAIL COURSE WHILE SUPPORTING CHILDREN BATTLING CANCER.
SEPTEMBER IS CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH a time to come together, take action, and make a difference for children and families battling cancer.
Join Joshuas Wish for the 17th Annual Joshuas Wish Gold Ribbon 5K Run/Walk & Gold Ribbon Honor Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at CAVALIER FIELDS, LOCATED AT 4659 CAVALIER DRIVE, MACON, GA 31220.
Whether you run, walk, cheer, or participate virtually, every step helps raise awareness and funding for childhood cancer and pediatric brain tumor research.
The 5K begins at 8:00 AM and is a professionally chip-timed event. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. Following the 5K, participants of all ages are invited to take part in the Gold Ribbon Honor Walk, a non-timed 1-mile walk around the track.
THIS EVENT IS DESIGNED FOR RUNNERS, WALKERS, FAMILIES, TEAMS, AND SUPPORTERS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY. FORM A TEAM, INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY, AND HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN FIGHTING CANCER.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup location and time will be announced at a later date.
Event T-Shirts
ONLY EARLY REGISTRATIONS ARE GUARANTEED AN EVENT T-SHIRT.
Early registration ends September 5, 2026.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT T-SHIRTS WILL BE MAILED FOLLOWING THE EVENT.
Event Schedule
7:00 AM Check-In / Registration / Packet Pickup
7:30 AM Warm-Up
8:00 AM Gold Ribbon Trail 5K Run/Walk
Immediately Following the 5K Gold Ribbon Honor Walk
Awards Ceremony Following completion of the events
MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP THREE FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP.
Team Recognition
Recognition will be awarded to the Largest Team.
The 5K Run/Walk is chip-timed. The Gold Ribbon Honor Walk is not timed.
WHY WE RUN
$243,000+ invested in pediatric brain tumor research
$80,000+ awarded in undergraduate research grants
$50,000+ provided in direct family support
$24,000+ in snacks and juice boxes delivered to children receiving treatment
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING JOSHUAS WISH AND HELPING US BRING HOPE, SUPPORT, AND AWARENESS TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AFFECTED BY CHILDHOOD CANCER.
SEPTEMBER IS CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH a time to come together, take action, and make a difference for children and families battling cancer.
Join Joshuas Wish for the 17th Annual Joshuas Wish Gold Ribbon 5K Run/Walk & Gold Ribbon Honor Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at CAVALIER FIELDS, LOCATED AT 4659 CAVALIER DRIVE, MACON, GA 31220.
Whether you run, walk, cheer, or participate virtually, every step helps raise awareness and funding for childhood cancer and pediatric brain tumor research.
The 5K begins at 8:00 AM and is a professionally chip-timed event. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. Following the 5K, participants of all ages are invited to take part in the Gold Ribbon Honor Walk, a non-timed 1-mile walk around the track.
THIS EVENT IS DESIGNED FOR RUNNERS, WALKERS, FAMILIES, TEAMS, AND SUPPORTERS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY. FORM A TEAM, INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY, AND HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN FIGHTING CANCER.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup location and time will be announced at a later date.
Event T-Shirts
ONLY EARLY REGISTRATIONS ARE GUARANTEED AN EVENT T-SHIRT.
Early registration ends September 5, 2026.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT T-SHIRTS WILL BE MAILED FOLLOWING THE EVENT.
Event Schedule
7:00 AM Check-In / Registration / Packet Pickup
7:30 AM Warm-Up
8:00 AM Gold Ribbon Trail 5K Run/Walk
Immediately Following the 5K Gold Ribbon Honor Walk
Awards Ceremony Following completion of the events
MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP THREE FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP.
Team Recognition
Recognition will be awarded to the Largest Team.
The 5K Run/Walk is chip-timed. The Gold Ribbon Honor Walk is not timed.
WHY WE RUN
$243,000+ invested in pediatric brain tumor research
$80,000+ awarded in undergraduate research grants
$50,000+ provided in direct family support
$24,000+ in snacks and juice boxes delivered to children receiving treatment
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING JOSHUAS WISH AND HELPING US BRING HOPE, SUPPORT, AND AWARENESS TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AFFECTED BY CHILDHOOD CANCER.
Races
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5K Run/Walk (Adult 18+)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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5K Run/Walk (Youth 17 & Under)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
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Honor Walk (1 Mile)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$22.20
The Honor Walk is a non-timed 1-mile walk held on the track and welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. -
Gold Ribbon Supporter (Virtual)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
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