Jace's 5K on the Runway 1K Walk
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location New London, North Carolina
- Price $26.25
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring and uplifting day at Jace's 5K on the Runway, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in New London, North Carolina! This heartwarming event will kick off at 9:00 AM at the Lowder Aviation Parkway, where participants can choose to engage in a 5K run or join the 1K fun walk. Whether you are sprinting for speed or strolling with friends and family, your presence will help raise vital awareness and funds for DIPG pediatric brain cancer research.
As we gather to honor the courageous spirit of Warrior Jace Thompson, attendees are encouraged to wear green for DIPG awareness and gold for pediatric cancer awareness, creating a vibrant sea of hope along the runway. This event is not just about running; it's about coming together as a community, supporting families affected by this devastating disease, and making strides toward a future where every child has a chance at life. Join us in flooding the runway with hope, determination, and love—because together, we can drive out DIPG! Register now to be part of this meaningful event and make a difference in the fight against pediatric brain cancer.
As we gather to honor the courageous spirit of Warrior Jace Thompson, attendees are encouraged to wear green for DIPG awareness and gold for pediatric cancer awareness, creating a vibrant sea of hope along the runway. This event is not just about running; it's about coming together as a community, supporting families affected by this devastating disease, and making strides toward a future where every child has a chance at life. Join us in flooding the runway with hope, determination, and love—because together, we can drive out DIPG! Register now to be part of this meaningful event and make a difference in the fight against pediatric brain cancer.
Organiser's Description
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Running for Warrior Jace Thompson Drive Out DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness
Location:
43222 Lowder Aviation Parkway
New London, NC 28127
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Race Starts: 9:00 AM
Choose Your Event
5K Run
1K Fun Walk
Virtual Option (Participate from anywhere!)
Help Us Flood the Runway with Hope
This isn't just another raceit is a day to honor Warrior Jace Thompson, celebrate courage, and stand together for every child fighting pediatric brain cancer.
Wear GREEN for DIPG Awareness
Wear GOLD for Pediatric Cancer Awareness
Let's turn the runway into a sea of green and gold as we run, walk, remember, and fight for a future where no family hears the words, "Your child has DIPG."
Every step sends a powerful message:
Our children deserve better. They deserve hope. They deserve a cure.
Why We Run
Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) is one of the deadliest forms of childhood brain cancer. It steals futures, changes families forever, and currently has no cure.
Jace's legacy continues through every mile, every participant, every volunteer, and every donation.
When you register, you're doing more than participating in a race you are becoming part of a movement determined to Drive Out DIPG.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking beside loved ones, pushing a stroller, or participating virtually from across the country, YOU make a difference.
Together, we can give families hope and help fund research that brings us one step closer to a cure.
Awards
Top 2 Overall Male & Female Finishers in each age group:
014
1519
2029
3039
4049
5059
60+
red heart Every Registration Changes Lives
Your registration and donations help support:
Groundbreaking DIPG research
Life-saving treatment initiatives
Families facing the unimaginable
Pediatric brain cancer awareness
No gift is too small. Every dollar helps fuel hope and moves us closer to a cure.
Join Us. Run With Purpose. Leave a Legacy.
Bring your family. Invite your friends. Form a team. Honor a warrior. Celebrate survivors. Remember the angels.
Let's fill the runway with thousands of footsteps, endless hope, and unwavering determination.
Because every child deserves a future.
Because love never stops fighting.
Because together, we can Drive Out DIPG.
Register today and help us make this the biggest and most meaningful Jace's 5K on the Runway yet!
#DriveOutDIPG #LoveLikeJace #LiveLikeJace
For more information please visit www.warriorjace.org [https://www.warriorjace.org]
Running for Warrior Jace Thompson Drive Out DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness
Location:
43222 Lowder Aviation Parkway
New London, NC 28127
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Race Starts: 9:00 AM
Choose Your Event
5K Run
1K Fun Walk
Virtual Option (Participate from anywhere!)
Help Us Flood the Runway with Hope
This isn't just another raceit is a day to honor Warrior Jace Thompson, celebrate courage, and stand together for every child fighting pediatric brain cancer.
Wear GREEN for DIPG Awareness
Wear GOLD for Pediatric Cancer Awareness
Let's turn the runway into a sea of green and gold as we run, walk, remember, and fight for a future where no family hears the words, "Your child has DIPG."
Every step sends a powerful message:
Our children deserve better. They deserve hope. They deserve a cure.
Why We Run
Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) is one of the deadliest forms of childhood brain cancer. It steals futures, changes families forever, and currently has no cure.
Jace's legacy continues through every mile, every participant, every volunteer, and every donation.
When you register, you're doing more than participating in a race you are becoming part of a movement determined to Drive Out DIPG.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking beside loved ones, pushing a stroller, or participating virtually from across the country, YOU make a difference.
Together, we can give families hope and help fund research that brings us one step closer to a cure.
Awards
Top 2 Overall Male & Female Finishers in each age group:
014
1519
2029
3039
4049
5059
60+
red heart Every Registration Changes Lives
Your registration and donations help support:
Groundbreaking DIPG research
Life-saving treatment initiatives
Families facing the unimaginable
Pediatric brain cancer awareness
No gift is too small. Every dollar helps fuel hope and moves us closer to a cure.
Join Us. Run With Purpose. Leave a Legacy.
Bring your family. Invite your friends. Form a team. Honor a warrior. Celebrate survivors. Remember the angels.
Let's fill the runway with thousands of footsteps, endless hope, and unwavering determination.
Because every child deserves a future.
Because love never stops fighting.
Because together, we can Drive Out DIPG.
Register today and help us make this the biggest and most meaningful Jace's 5K on the Runway yet!
#DriveOutDIPG #LoveLikeJace #LiveLikeJace
For more information please visit www.warriorjace.org [https://www.warriorjace.org]
Races
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Jace's 5k on the Runway, Fun Run, Kids Run, Walk
Incl. $1.25 Fee
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$26.25
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