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 $38.96 - $44.30
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, March 28, 2026, for the vibrant Don't Sit on Colon Cancer 5K & 1 Mile Walk in beautiful Virginia Beach, Virginia. This inspiring community event unites survivors, families, medical professionals, and supporters in a powerful movement to raise awareness about colon cancer and promote early detection. Participants can choose to run the 5K or take a leisurely stroll in the 1 Mile Walk, all while contributing to a vital cause.
Colon cancer is a growing concern, especially among younger adults, making this event more important than ever. By taking part, you’ll help spread awareness, educate others, and support those battling this disease. Together, we can honor those we've lost, uplift those currently fighting, and celebrate the courageous survivors in the Hampton Roads area. Every step taken contributes to crucial education initiatives and increases access to screening and financial assistance for patients in need. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—come out and be part of this meaningful day!
Colon cancer is a growing concern, especially among younger adults, making this event more important than ever. By taking part, you’ll help spread awareness, educate others, and support those battling this disease. Together, we can honor those we've lost, uplift those currently fighting, and celebrate the courageous survivors in the Hampton Roads area. Every step taken contributes to crucial education initiatives and increases access to screening and financial assistance for patients in need. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—come out and be part of this meaningful day!
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.
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.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.30
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/15/25. -
5K Run - Colon Cancer Survivor
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.30
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/15/25. -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$38.96
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/15/25. -
1 Mile Walk - Colon Cancer Survivor
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$38.96
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/15/25. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.96 Fee
$38.96
Important! T-shirts are not guaranteed for those registering after 2/15/25.
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