Celebration of Life 5k Walk/Run

Sunday, June 2 – Tuesday, June 4, 2024 Past event

8:30 AM EDT

Wake Forest, North Carolina

$40.00 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the First Annual Celebration of Life 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at E. Carroll Joyner Park in Wake Forest, NC! This uplifting event is dedicated to honoring cancer survivors and their incredible journeys. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, this 5K is the perfect opportunity to celebrate life, with a vibrant atmosphere that will transform the park into SURVIVORville.

Participants can register for just $30 before May 1st, with special rates for kids aged 6-12. Be sure to secure your spot early to receive a commemorative t-shirt! The event will also feature awards for the top male and female finishers across various age groups, as well as recognition for the top fundraising team. Celebrate life, connect with others, and support the cancer survivor community at this inspiring event! Don't miss out on the chance to make memories and show your support in Wake Forest this June!

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Races

Celebration of Life 5k Walk/Run

Includes T-Shirt

Packet Pick Up: Myra's Angels Foundation 12339 Wake Union Church Rd #103, Wake Forest, NC 27587 Friday, May 31st: 5pm - 7pm Saturday, June 1st: 10am - 2pm Race Day - on site at Joyner Park; Sunday, June 2nd: 7:30am - 8:30am (packet pick up only) Race Schedule: 7:30am - 8:15am - Packet pick up (no on site registration), Survivorville open! 8:00am - Welcome 8:10am - Survivors Parade 8:20am - Warm Up 8:30am - 5K begins; timed runners to lead Conclusion of Race: Awards Ceremony

Sunday, Jun 2, 2024 (8:30 AM EDT)

$40.00

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Virtual 5k Walk/Run
Virtual

Includes T-Shirt

We will be shipping race shirts to virtual participants and there is an $8 shipping charge in addition to your registration fee.

Sunday, Jun 2, 2024 (8:30 AM EDT)

$40.00

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Organiser's description

The First Annual Celebrate Life Survivors Day 5k Walk/Run will take place in the Town of Wake Forest at E. Carroll Joyner Park. As defined by NCSD, anyone living with a history of cancer from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life is a cancer survivor. This event will not just be a walk/run but rather a space that will be transformed into SURVIVORville! A place where all survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, families and friends can gather together to celebrate life and one another.

REGISTRATION FEES:

* $30 before May 1st; kids 6 - 12 $15
* $35 before May 15th; kids 6 - 12 $17.50
* $40 from May 15-June 1 kids 6-12 $20

*NO on site registration on the day of the race

*children 5 and under are free

AWARDS:

* Top 3 Overall Male and
* Top 3 Overall Female
* Top 3 Male and Female for following age groups: 14 and younger, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* Top Fundraising Team

GIVEAWAY:
Registration includes a t-shirt (S - 2X) (for adults only) if registered before May 15th

PACKET PICK UP:

Myra's Angels Foundation
12339 Wake Union Church Rd #103, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Friday, May 31st: 5pm - 7pm
Saturday, June 1st: 10am - 2pm
Race Day - on site at Joyner Park; Sunday, June 2nd: 7am - 7:45am (packet pick up only)