Cancer Sucks 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 20th September 2025 - Sun 2nd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Canton, Georgia
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Cancer Sucks 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in Canton, Cherokee, at the scenic Etowah River Park. This inspiring event kicks off at 2:00 PM, bringing together runners and walkers for a shared purpose: to support individuals and families affected by cancer. Participants can choose to run or walk along the beautiful greenway that lines the Etowah River, making for a picturesque course that’s perfect for all fitness levels.
Registered runners will receive a timing chip and a stylish race t-shirt if they sign up before October 10th, while walkers will also get a race BIB and a t-shirt, although they won’t be timed. Whether you decide to run or walk, your participation will help raise awareness and funds for the Shelley Foundation, which was inspired by the courageous journey of Shelley Williams, who bravely fought stage four colon cancer. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun and vibrant community event!
Registered runners will receive a timing chip and a stylish race t-shirt if they sign up before October 10th, while walkers will also get a race BIB and a t-shirt, although they won’t be timed. Whether you decide to run or walk, your participation will help raise awareness and funds for the Shelley Foundation, which was inspired by the courageous journey of Shelley Williams, who bravely fought stage four colon cancer. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun and vibrant community event!
Organiser's Description
The Cancer Sucks 5K begins and ends at Etowah River Park in Canton, GA. The entire course is on the beautiful greenway along the Etowah River.
Runners and Walkers start together at 2:00pm.
Our 5K runners will receive a Runner's BIB with timing chip and will be able to view their results on RunSignup. All runners registered before October 10th will receive a free race t-shirt.
Our 5K walkers will receive a race BIB but are not timed, and results will not be available. If you would prefer to have a timed race please feel free to register as a runner, but walk. All walkers registered before October 10th will receive a free race t-shirt.
THE CANCER SUCKS 5K IS POWERED BY THE SHELLEY FOUNDATION:
The Shelley Foundation was founded in response to the shocking news of Shelley William's stage four colon cancer diagnosis in February 2022. Despite initial prognoses giving her only three months to live, Shelley persevered for over two years, demonstrating incredible strength and resilience. Inspired by her journey, we established this foundation to channel our energies into raising funds and providing support for individuals and families navigating the hardships of cancer. Through our collective efforts, we aim to bring hope, resources, and community to those who need it most, standing together in the fight against cancer.
Runners and Walkers start together at 2:00pm.
Our 5K runners will receive a Runner's BIB with timing chip and will be able to view their results on RunSignup. All runners registered before October 10th will receive a free race t-shirt.
Our 5K walkers will receive a race BIB but are not timed, and results will not be available. If you would prefer to have a timed race please feel free to register as a runner, but walk. All walkers registered before October 10th will receive a free race t-shirt.
THE CANCER SUCKS 5K IS POWERED BY THE SHELLEY FOUNDATION:
The Shelley Foundation was founded in response to the shocking news of Shelley William's stage four colon cancer diagnosis in February 2022. Despite initial prognoses giving her only three months to live, Shelley persevered for over two years, demonstrating incredible strength and resilience. Inspired by her journey, we established this foundation to channel our energies into raising funds and providing support for individuals and families navigating the hardships of cancer. Through our collective efforts, we aim to bring hope, resources, and community to those who need it most, standing together in the fight against cancer.
Races
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5k Runner
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 2nd November 2025 (2:00PM EST)
$38.10
Our 5K runners will receive a Runner's BIB with timing chip and will be able to view their results on RunSignup. All runners registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt. Runners start at 9:00am. -
5k Walker
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Our 5K walkers will receive a race BIB but are not timed, and results will not be available. If you would prefer to have a timed race please feel free to register as a runner, but walk. All walkers registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt. Walkers start at 9:00am.
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