Cancer League of Colorado Race 4 Research
- Date Sun 17th August 2025
- Time 9:00AM MDT
- Location Denver, Colorado
- Price $43.65
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 29th Annual Cancer League of Colorado Race 4 Research, taking place on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at beautiful Washington Park in Denver! This spirited event features a 5K run/walk that kicks off at 9 AM, and is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fun-filled day outdoors. Participants of all ages are welcome, with special pricing of just $20 for children under 12.
The Race 4 Research is more than just a race—it's a heartfelt initiative aimed at raising funds for cancer research and support organizations in Colorado. With a goal of $40,000, every participant is encouraged to set up a fundraising page, help spread the word, and contribute to this noble cause. Honor a loved one's battle with cancer by participating in the Miracle Mile, where you can create inspirational posters that celebrate their journey. This event not only honors the memory of Michele Plachy-Rubin, whose legacy inspired the race, but also unites the community in the fight against cancer. Don't miss out on this uplifting experience, and be sure to register online in advance to secure your spot!
The Race 4 Research is more than just a race—it's a heartfelt initiative aimed at raising funds for cancer research and support organizations in Colorado. With a goal of $40,000, every participant is encouraged to set up a fundraising page, help spread the word, and contribute to this noble cause. Honor a loved one's battle with cancer by participating in the Miracle Mile, where you can create inspirational posters that celebrate their journey. This event not only honors the memory of Michele Plachy-Rubin, whose legacy inspired the race, but also unites the community in the fight against cancer. Don't miss out on this uplifting experience, and be sure to register online in advance to secure your spot!
Organiser's Description
The 29TH ANNUAL CANCER LEAGUE OF COLORADO RACE 4 RESEARCH 5K RUN/WALK is excited to be back to the full event you love SUNDAY, AUGUST 17, 2025, AT WASHINGTON PARK, Denver!
RUN IN-PERSON
The race will kick off at 9am (end approximately 11am) on Sunday, August 17th. There will only be day-of-race in-person registration at Washington Park, but we prefer you register online in advance. Come early to pick up race bibs and t-shirts the morning of the race at the Registration desk. Children under the age of 12 are only $20.00, a discount will be added on checkout.
HELP US FUNDRAISE
The Race 4 Research raises money for Cancer League of Colorado [https://www.race4research.com], a non-profit charitable organization that is run entirely by volunteers with no paid staff or offices. The money raised goes directly to support cancer research and clinical trials performed at the University of Colorado Cancer Center or to cancer patient support organizations in Colorado. When registering, set up your fundraising page or create or join a fundraising team and send out emails or social media posts to request donations. There is no fundraising minimum to participate in the Race 4 Research, but we rely on our participants' voluntary fundraising efforts to help us meet our donation goal of $40,000 for the race.
MIRACLE MILE
Honor someones battle with cancer with a Miracle Mile Walk Poster. As an individual or team, raise a minimum of $1,000 and you will receive 1 complimentary Miracle Mile Poster to honor someone's battle with cancer. The Miracle Mile is a line of inspirational posters placed along the race route that honor loved ones touched by cancer. The Miracle Mile shows exactly who Cancer League of Colorado has been fighting for more than 50 years. Once a participant has reached the minimum amount required, a Race 4 Research volunteer will reach out and gather information from you to create or renew your poster. The Miracle Mile will also be featured at other Cancer League fundraising events this year, including Over the Edge, the rappelling event which will be held in downtown Denver. Race posters will need to be ordered and finalized no later than August 8th.
IN MEMORY OF MICHELE PLACHY-RUBIN
The Race 4 Research was first organized and run in 1997 by the friends and family of Michele Plachy-Rubin, a young mother and kindergarten teacher who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 1996. Michele walked the first race with her 1-year-old son but tragically lost her battle with cancer in 1998. Cancer League of Colorado has continued the race in her memory. This all-volunteer charity has
raised and awarded $26 million for cancer research and cancer-related services in Colorado since 1969.
RUN IN-PERSON
The race will kick off at 9am (end approximately 11am) on Sunday, August 17th. There will only be day-of-race in-person registration at Washington Park, but we prefer you register online in advance. Come early to pick up race bibs and t-shirts the morning of the race at the Registration desk. Children under the age of 12 are only $20.00, a discount will be added on checkout.
HELP US FUNDRAISE
The Race 4 Research raises money for Cancer League of Colorado [https://www.race4research.com], a non-profit charitable organization that is run entirely by volunteers with no paid staff or offices. The money raised goes directly to support cancer research and clinical trials performed at the University of Colorado Cancer Center or to cancer patient support organizations in Colorado. When registering, set up your fundraising page or create or join a fundraising team and send out emails or social media posts to request donations. There is no fundraising minimum to participate in the Race 4 Research, but we rely on our participants' voluntary fundraising efforts to help us meet our donation goal of $40,000 for the race.
MIRACLE MILE
Honor someones battle with cancer with a Miracle Mile Walk Poster. As an individual or team, raise a minimum of $1,000 and you will receive 1 complimentary Miracle Mile Poster to honor someone's battle with cancer. The Miracle Mile is a line of inspirational posters placed along the race route that honor loved ones touched by cancer. The Miracle Mile shows exactly who Cancer League of Colorado has been fighting for more than 50 years. Once a participant has reached the minimum amount required, a Race 4 Research volunteer will reach out and gather information from you to create or renew your poster. The Miracle Mile will also be featured at other Cancer League fundraising events this year, including Over the Edge, the rappelling event which will be held in downtown Denver. Race posters will need to be ordered and finalized no later than August 8th.
IN MEMORY OF MICHELE PLACHY-RUBIN
The Race 4 Research was first organized and run in 1997 by the friends and family of Michele Plachy-Rubin, a young mother and kindergarten teacher who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 1996. Michele walked the first race with her 1-year-old son but tragically lost her battle with cancer in 1998. Cancer League of Colorado has continued the race in her memory. This all-volunteer charity has
raised and awarded $26 million for cancer research and cancer-related services in Colorado since 1969.
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