Headed for Hope 5K 2025
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $13.72 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring Headed for Hope 5K on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This exciting event, hosted by Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates, is dedicated to raising funds for brain tumor research, awareness, and patient support. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM with a scenic 5K route that winds through one of Charlotte's most beautiful neighborhoods, making it a delightful experience for all participants.
In addition to the 5K, families can enjoy the Brady the Brain Kids Dash at 10:00 AM, ensuring a fun-filled day for everyone. Participants will receive a race t-shirt and a finisher medal while supplies last, and there will be awards for the top three male and female finishers in various age categories. After the race, join the post-race party featuring food trucks, a beer garden for those 21 and over, games, and live music, all while hearing inspirational stories from our Headed for Hope patient champions. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference in the fight against brain tumors—register today and be part of this uplifting community event!
In addition to the 5K, families can enjoy the Brady the Brain Kids Dash at 10:00 AM, ensuring a fun-filled day for everyone. Participants will receive a race t-shirt and a finisher medal while supplies last, and there will be awards for the top three male and female finishers in various age categories. After the race, join the post-race party featuring food trucks, a beer garden for those 21 and over, games, and live music, all while hearing inspirational stories from our Headed for Hope patient champions. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference in the fight against brain tumors—register today and be part of this uplifting community event!
Organiser's Description
Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates Presents the
HEADED FOR HOPE 5K RUN/WALK
MAKING MOVES FOR BRAIN TUMOR RESEARCH, AWARENESS, AND EDUCATION ONE STEP AT A TIME!
_WILL YOU JOIN US?_
KEY RACE DAY DETAILS
* RACE DAY: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
* 5K start time @ 9:00 AM
* Brady the Brain's Kids Dash - 10:00 AM
* CLICK HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/HeadedforHope/Page-1] for the full detail of our day of schedule!
The race will begin and finish at Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates' Charlotte Office [https://www.cnsa.com/] on Baldwin Avenue, located in the heart of Midtown. Participants will run along a scenic course through one of the most beautiful neighborhoods of the Queen City.
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU REGISTER
* RACE T-SHIRT and participant FINISHER MEDAL _(while supplies last)_
* A timed 5K competitive racing course
* Top 3 male and female AWARDS (overall and age group) + special award categories. Check out our awards page [https://runsignup.com/Race/HeadedforHope/Page/Awards] for all the details!
* Brady the Brain KIDS DASH OPTION
* POST-RACE PARTY with kid zone, games, music, and activities
* On-site FOOD TRUCKS
* POST-RACE BEER garden fun (21+) from Lost World Brewing [https://www.lostworldsbeer.com/brewery]
* Inspirational stories featuring our Headed for Hope patient champions
* Sponsor booth vendor fair to support awareness and education
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/NC/Charlotte/HeadedforHope]
WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
We are delighted to announce our role as hosts for the third annual Headed for Hope 5K, dedicated to raising funds for brain tumor research, awareness, and patient support. This initiative aims to support the Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Education & Research Foundation [https://www.cnsafoundation.org/], a 501(c)3 organization committed to advancing scientific research in the battle against brain tumors. Additionally, the foundation extends its philanthropic outreach to support patients of Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates and the broader community affected by brain tumors. Through this event, we invite our community to join hands with us, offering local engagement and sponsorship opportunities as we spearhead efforts to combat brain tumors.
Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates [https://www.cnsa.com/], one of the nation's largest and most highly respected neurosurgical private practices, has been committed throughout its long history to advancing the science and delivery of advanced brain and spine care.
Our team is constantly aware of the significant toll brain tumors often take on our patients and their families. We consider that reality as we care for pediatric and adult neurosurgical patients. Our patients' strength and resiliency inspire and fuel our determination to provide them with cutting-edge care and access to the latest techniques and treatments they deserve.
HEADED FOR HOPE 5K RUN/WALK
MAKING MOVES FOR BRAIN TUMOR RESEARCH, AWARENESS, AND EDUCATION ONE STEP AT A TIME!
_WILL YOU JOIN US?_
KEY RACE DAY DETAILS
* RACE DAY: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
* 5K start time @ 9:00 AM
* Brady the Brain's Kids Dash - 10:00 AM
* CLICK HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/HeadedforHope/Page-1] for the full detail of our day of schedule!
The race will begin and finish at Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates' Charlotte Office [https://www.cnsa.com/] on Baldwin Avenue, located in the heart of Midtown. Participants will run along a scenic course through one of the most beautiful neighborhoods of the Queen City.
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU REGISTER
* RACE T-SHIRT and participant FINISHER MEDAL _(while supplies last)_
* A timed 5K competitive racing course
* Top 3 male and female AWARDS (overall and age group) + special award categories. Check out our awards page [https://runsignup.com/Race/HeadedforHope/Page/Awards] for all the details!
* Brady the Brain KIDS DASH OPTION
* POST-RACE PARTY with kid zone, games, music, and activities
* On-site FOOD TRUCKS
* POST-RACE BEER garden fun (21+) from Lost World Brewing [https://www.lostworldsbeer.com/brewery]
* Inspirational stories featuring our Headed for Hope patient champions
* Sponsor booth vendor fair to support awareness and education
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/NC/Charlotte/HeadedforHope]
WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
We are delighted to announce our role as hosts for the third annual Headed for Hope 5K, dedicated to raising funds for brain tumor research, awareness, and patient support. This initiative aims to support the Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Education & Research Foundation [https://www.cnsafoundation.org/], a 501(c)3 organization committed to advancing scientific research in the battle against brain tumors. Additionally, the foundation extends its philanthropic outreach to support patients of Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates and the broader community affected by brain tumors. Through this event, we invite our community to join hands with us, offering local engagement and sponsorship opportunities as we spearhead efforts to combat brain tumors.
Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates [https://www.cnsa.com/], one of the nation's largest and most highly respected neurosurgical private practices, has been committed throughout its long history to advancing the science and delivery of advanced brain and spine care.
Our team is constantly aware of the significant toll brain tumors often take on our patients and their families. We consider that reality as we care for pediatric and adult neurosurgical patients. Our patients' strength and resiliency inspire and fuel our determination to provide them with cutting-edge care and access to the latest techniques and treatments they deserve.
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