End Alzheimer’s 5K

  • Date Sat 20th June 2026
  • Time 9:30AM EDT
  • Location Cheraw, South Carolina
  • Price $33.80
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join the fight against Alzheimer's disease at the End Alzheimer’s 5K, taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Arrowhead Park in Cheraw, Chesterfield. This exciting event is part of the 5th Annual Longest Day Walk fundraiser, hosted by the dedicated Purple Crusaders. Runners will take on a vibrant 5K course starting at 8:30 AM, with registration required for participants. For those who want to support the cause without racing, feel free to join the FREE walk!

Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day, including a Longest Day ceremony at 8:00 AM and awards for the top finishers in various age groups. The event not only promotes health and fitness but also aims to raise vital funds for local initiatives supporting families affected by Alzheimer's. With registration fees starting at just $30 until June 1, 2026, and exciting giveaways like event shirts for early registrants, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day outdoors. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this uplifting community event!

Organiser's Description

The Purple Crusaders are hosting the 5th Annual Longest Day Walk fundraiser and are excited to offer the END ALZHEIMERS 5K Pee Dee Grand Prix event on Saturday, June 20th at Arrowhead Park in Cheraw. Registration required for 5K Race participants. FREE to Walk! Donations accepted to Purple Crusaders with proceeds to support local initiatives to ENDALZ. The Purple Crusaders are a nonprofit 501c3 organization in the Cheraw/Chesterfield area. Our mission is to advocate for families dealing with Alzheimer's disease by raising funds and awareness for care, support, and research.

END ALZHEIMERS 5K

* Type: 5k
* Date: June 20, 2026
* Start Time: 8:30am
* Location: Arrowhead
* Address: 989 State Rd., Cheraw, SC 29520
* Proceeds: The Purple Crusaders quest to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimers care, support and research.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

* Packet Pickup Day of Race 7am to 7:45am at Arrowhead Park
* Longest Day ceremony and information - 8:00
* Race Start Time - 8:30

5K COURSE MAP: COMING SOON

SHIRTS:
Will be available for all participants who register by June 1, 2026

SHIRT SIZES:

Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL

Youth- S, M, L

5K AWARDS: (OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)

Overall Male / Female Top 3

Top 3 in each age group

Age Group: 9 and under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

5K FEES:

* $30 until June 1
* $35 after June 1 to June 20
* $40 race day

EVENT SPECIAL NOTES:

* Strollers are Welcome
* Feel free to listen to music while you run.
* Sorry NO PETS Allowed

PACKET PICKUP LOCATION AND TIME:
Arrowhead Park
989 State Park Rd.
Cheraw, SC 29520
Under the covered picnic table area
Time of packet pick up 6/19 4pm-6pm; 6/20 7:00am-7:45am

LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE:

Facebook: Purple Crusaders Working To End Alzheimers [https://www.facebook.com/purplecrusadersendalz/]

RACE DIRECTOR:

Grant Caulder grantcaulder@shtc.net, 843-910-1296

Joe Stanton, 843-287-8718

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Volunteers Needed to support a great cause!

Races

  • End Alzheimers 5K

    Incl. $3.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 20th June 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $33.80

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