Chemo Buddies HOPEFEST 2026
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Evansville, Indiana
- Price Free - $28.79
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Chemo Buddies HOPEFEST 2026 on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the vibrant Central High School Football Stadium in Evansville, Vanderburgh! This uplifting event celebrates strength, resilience, and community spirit, featuring an exciting 5K run/walk and a 1-mile Hope Walk, where walkers of all ages are welcome to participate (please, no pets).
Get ready for a day filled with fun and camaraderie as we honor our cancer warriors during the Survivors Parade. Enjoy a fantastic Cruise-In Car Show, delicious offerings from local food trucks, and a variety of engaging kids' activities, including face painting and inflatables. With awards for the top male and female runners, plus age group prizes, there’s something for everyone! Registration includes a stylish short-sleeve cotton t-shirt for participants of the 5K, 1-mile walk, and Survivor Parade. Don't miss out on this heartwarming event that brings our community together in support of those touched by cancer!
Get ready for a day filled with fun and camaraderie as we honor our cancer warriors during the Survivors Parade. Enjoy a fantastic Cruise-In Car Show, delicious offerings from local food trucks, and a variety of engaging kids' activities, including face painting and inflatables. With awards for the top male and female runners, plus age group prizes, there’s something for everyone! Registration includes a stylish short-sleeve cotton t-shirt for participants of the 5K, 1-mile walk, and Survivor Parade. Don't miss out on this heartwarming event that brings our community together in support of those touched by cancer!
Organiser's Description
CHEMO BUDDIES HOPEFEST 2026 - Presented by Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
A Celebration of Strength & Community
Saturday, May 9, 2026
NEW LOCATION: Central High School Football Stadium
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
5K Run/Walk Walkers welcome (no pets, please!)
Survivors Parade Honoring our cancer warriors
Hope Walk 1-mile walk Fun for all ages
Cruise-In Car Show
Food Trucks & Community Partners
Kids Activities Face painting, inflatables & more!
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Short-sleeve cotton t-shirt (5K, 1-mile, and Survivor Parade)
Children 3 & under participate FREE in the walk but do not receive a t-shirt
AWARDS
Overall Male & Female: $100 cash prize
Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female
14 & under, 1519, 2024, 2529, 3034, 3539,
4044, 4549, 5054, 5559, 6064, 6569, 70+
PACKET PICKUP - Date TBD
Chemo Buddies Office
3700 Bellemeade Ave, Suite 118
Please pick up before event day!
Event Day Check-In: 8:30am at registration table
Timing by: Rise Up and Run
RAIN OR SHINE NO REFUNDS
A Celebration of Strength & Community
Saturday, May 9, 2026
NEW LOCATION: Central High School Football Stadium
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
5K Run/Walk Walkers welcome (no pets, please!)
Survivors Parade Honoring our cancer warriors
Hope Walk 1-mile walk Fun for all ages
Cruise-In Car Show
Food Trucks & Community Partners
Kids Activities Face painting, inflatables & more!
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Short-sleeve cotton t-shirt (5K, 1-mile, and Survivor Parade)
Children 3 & under participate FREE in the walk but do not receive a t-shirt
AWARDS
Overall Male & Female: $100 cash prize
Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female
14 & under, 1519, 2024, 2529, 3034, 3539,
4044, 4549, 5054, 5559, 6064, 6569, 70+
PACKET PICKUP - Date TBD
Chemo Buddies Office
3700 Bellemeade Ave, Suite 118
Please pick up before event day!
Event Day Check-In: 8:30am at registration table
Timing by: Rise Up and Run
RAIN OR SHINE NO REFUNDS
Races
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Chemo Buddies Hopefest 5K
Incl. $3.79 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$28.79
Timed 5K run/walk T-shirt included. Register by April 9 to ensure your shirt size is guaranteed. -
Chemo Buddies Hopefest Walk
Incl. $3.11 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:10AM CDT)
$18.11
This event is for everyone! It will be an easy 1-mile route. Teams encouraged! T-shirt included. Register by April 9 to ensure your shirt size is guaranteed. -
Chemo Buddies Hopefest Survivor's Parade
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (10:30AM CDT)
Free
All cancer survivors are eligible to participate (in active treatment and out!). Register early to get a survivor's t-shirt and swag while supplies last. Register by April 9 to ensure your shirt size is guaranteed.
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Central High School Football Stadium, 5400 N 1st Ave, Evansville, 47710, IN, United States
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