Mimosas for Marrow 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Wilmington, Delaware
- Price $28.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Mimosas for Marrow 5K on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Wilmington, New Castle! This joyous event, now in its 4th year, brings the community together to support families impacted by blood cancers and disorders while honoring the inspiring journey of those seeking lifesaving bone marrow donors. Created by local moms Sam and Brittany in honor of Sam's daughter Oakley, who received a bone marrow transplant in 2022, this heartwarming event has already made a significant impact, raising over $76,000 and adding 56 new potential donors to the registry.
Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply enjoy the festivities, your participation truly makes a difference. The day will be filled with fun activities including live entertainment, delicious food, face painting, and a raffle, with a complimentary mimosa for adults (21+). Gather your friends and family, register today, and let’s sip, smile, and stride together for a cause that matters! Don’t miss out on the chance to create real, lifesaving change in our community. We can't wait to see you there!
Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply enjoy the festivities, your participation truly makes a difference. The day will be filled with fun activities including live entertainment, delicious food, face painting, and a raffle, with a complimentary mimosa for adults (21+). Gather your friends and family, register today, and let’s sip, smile, and stride together for a cause that matters! Don’t miss out on the chance to create real, lifesaving change in our community. We can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
_Oakley Overcomes, Inc. presents:_
Mimosas for Marrow 5K
Join us for the 4th annual Mimosas for Marrow 5K run/walka joyful, heartfelt event that brings our community together to support families affected by blood cancers and disorders, and to honor the incredible strength of those searching for a lifesaving bone marrow donor.
Inspired by Oakleys Journey
This event was created by local moms, Sam and Brittany, after Sams daughter, Oakley, received a lifesaving bone marrow transplant in 2022. Her courage continues to fuel our mission to support NMDP and families right here in our community walking similar roads.
Why It Matters
Every 34 minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with a blood cancer or disorder. For many, a matching donor is their only hope. Your presence, your steps, and your support truly make a difference.
Your Impact So Far
In just 3 years, the Mimosas for Marrow 5K has grown into something extraordinary:
2,000+ participants
Strong support from local small businesses
Countless volunteers
Over $76,000 raised
56 new potential bone marrow donors added to the registryincluding two who have already saved lives
Together, we are creating real, lifesaving change. Register today and bring your friendslets run, walk, sip, smile, and make an impact together!
Follow us:
Instagram: @OakleyOvercomesInc
Facebook: MIMOSAS FOR MARROW 5K and Oakley Overcomes, Inc.
Event Highlights
Largest team gets their team's name displayed along the race route
Individual who raises the most funds on an individual fundraiser wins two tickets to the Flyers game
Free mimosa (21+)
Become a donor
Live entertainment
Delicious food
Face painting
Characters
Photobooth
Raffles
Bounce house
TO INQUIRE ABOUT SPONSORSHIPS, VOLUNTEERING, OR DONATING A RAFFLE ITEM, PLEASE EMAIL US AT [email protected]
Thank you for your support.
We cant wait to see you there!
Mimosas for Marrow 5K
Join us for the 4th annual Mimosas for Marrow 5K run/walka joyful, heartfelt event that brings our community together to support families affected by blood cancers and disorders, and to honor the incredible strength of those searching for a lifesaving bone marrow donor.
Inspired by Oakleys Journey
This event was created by local moms, Sam and Brittany, after Sams daughter, Oakley, received a lifesaving bone marrow transplant in 2022. Her courage continues to fuel our mission to support NMDP and families right here in our community walking similar roads.
Why It Matters
Every 34 minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with a blood cancer or disorder. For many, a matching donor is their only hope. Your presence, your steps, and your support truly make a difference.
Your Impact So Far
In just 3 years, the Mimosas for Marrow 5K has grown into something extraordinary:
2,000+ participants
Strong support from local small businesses
Countless volunteers
Over $76,000 raised
56 new potential bone marrow donors added to the registryincluding two who have already saved lives
Together, we are creating real, lifesaving change. Register today and bring your friendslets run, walk, sip, smile, and make an impact together!
Follow us:
Instagram: @OakleyOvercomesInc
Facebook: MIMOSAS FOR MARROW 5K and Oakley Overcomes, Inc.
Event Highlights
Largest team gets their team's name displayed along the race route
Individual who raises the most funds on an individual fundraiser wins two tickets to the Flyers game
Free mimosa (21+)
Become a donor
Live entertainment
Delicious food
Face painting
Characters
Photobooth
Raffles
Bounce house
TO INQUIRE ABOUT SPONSORSHIPS, VOLUNTEERING, OR DONATING A RAFFLE ITEM, PLEASE EMAIL US AT [email protected]
Thank you for your support.
We cant wait to see you there!
Races
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Mimosas for Marrow 5K
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.00
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