2026 Don't Sit on Colon Cancer 5K & 1 Mile Walk
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Price $44.30 - $49.64
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, March 28, 2026, for the inspiring Don't Sit on Colon Cancer 5K & 1 Mile Walk in beautiful Virginia Beach, Virginia! This community-driven event is dedicated to raising awareness, promoting early detection, and providing support for those battling colon cancer. Participants of all ages are invited to walk or run in solidarity with survivors, families, and medical teams, as we come together to make a meaningful impact in the fight against this prevalent disease.
With the alarming rise of colon cancer diagnoses among younger adults, your participation is more important than ever. The event not only serves as a poignant reminder of those we have lost but also celebrates survivors and champions the need for increased education and access to screening. By joining us, you will directly contribute to crucial colorectal cancer education, enhance access to screenings, and provide financial assistance to patients facing hardships. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a positive change in the Hampton Roads community—mark your calendars and lace up your shoes for a day of hope, unity, and action!
With the alarming rise of colon cancer diagnoses among younger adults, your participation is more important than ever. The event not only serves as a poignant reminder of those we have lost but also celebrates survivors and champions the need for increased education and access to screening. By joining us, you will directly contribute to crucial colorectal cancer education, enhance access to screenings, and provide financial assistance to patients facing hardships. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a positive change in the Hampton Roads community—mark your calendars and lace up your shoes for a day of hope, unity, and action!
Organiser's Description
STAND WITH US AS A SPONSOR OF SENTARAS ANNUAL DONT SIT ON COLON CANCER 5K & 1 MILE WALK, A COMMUNITY-DRIVEN EVENT DEDICATED TO SAVING LIVES THROUGH AWARENESS, EARLY DETECTION, AND SUPPORT FOR THOSE BATTLING COLON CANCER. ON MARCH 28, 2026, SURVIVORS, FAMILIES, MEDICAL TEAMS, AND SUPPORTERS WILL COME TOGETHER NOT JUST TO MOVE THEIR BODIES, BUT TO MOVE CHANGE FORWARD.
TODAY, COLON CANCER IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF CANCER IN MEN UNDER 50 AND THE SECOND LEADING CAUSE IN WOMEN OF THE SAME AGE. EVEN MORE ALARMING, IT IS INCREASINGLY BEING DIAGNOSED IN YOUNGER ADULTS, MANY OF WHOM FACE ADVANCED STAGES OF THE DISEASE DUE TO DELAYED DETECTION. THESE REALITIES UNDERSCORE THE CRITICAL NEED FOR INCREASED AWARENESS, EDUCATION, AND ACCESS TO SCREENING.
RUN OR WALK TO REMEMBER THOSE LOST, HONOR THOSE FIGHTING, AND TO CELEBRATE THE SURVIVORS OF COLORECTAL CANCER THROUGHOUT HAMPTON ROADS.
PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT DIRECTLY SUPPORT COLORECTAL CANCER EDUCATION, INCREASE ACCESS TO SCREENING, AND PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO PATIENTS EXPERIENCING HARDSHIP.
_Please note: _
FOR THE SAFETY AND COMFORT OF ALL ATTENDEES, PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE EVENT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SERVICE ANIMALS. WE APPRECIATE YOUR UNDERSTANDING AS THIS POLICY ENSURES A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE RACE.
TODAY, COLON CANCER IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF CANCER IN MEN UNDER 50 AND THE SECOND LEADING CAUSE IN WOMEN OF THE SAME AGE. EVEN MORE ALARMING, IT IS INCREASINGLY BEING DIAGNOSED IN YOUNGER ADULTS, MANY OF WHOM FACE ADVANCED STAGES OF THE DISEASE DUE TO DELAYED DETECTION. THESE REALITIES UNDERSCORE THE CRITICAL NEED FOR INCREASED AWARENESS, EDUCATION, AND ACCESS TO SCREENING.
RUN OR WALK TO REMEMBER THOSE LOST, HONOR THOSE FIGHTING, AND TO CELEBRATE THE SURVIVORS OF COLORECTAL CANCER THROUGHOUT HAMPTON ROADS.
PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT DIRECTLY SUPPORT COLORECTAL CANCER EDUCATION, INCREASE ACCESS TO SCREENING, AND PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO PATIENTS EXPERIENCING HARDSHIP.
_Please note: _
FOR THE SAFETY AND COMFORT OF ALL ATTENDEES, PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE EVENT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SERVICE ANIMALS. WE APPRECIATE YOUR UNDERSTANDING AS THIS POLICY ENSURES A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE RACE.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $4.64 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.64
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/15/25. -
5K Run - Colon Cancer Survivor
Incl. $4.64 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.64
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/13/26. -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$44.30
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/13/26. -
1 Mile Walk - Colon Cancer Survivor
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$44.30
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/13/26. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $4.30 Fee
$44.30
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/13/26.
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