NIDS Oral Cancer Awareness 5K Run/2K Walk
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Crown Point, Indiana
- Price $16.90 - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the NIDS Oral Cancer Awareness 5K Run and 2K Walk on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the beautiful Lake County Fairgrounds in Crown Point, Indiana! This exciting event kicks off with race day check-in and packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K run at 9:00 AM and the non-competitive 2K walk at 9:10 AM. Participants can enjoy a closed course featuring paved and gravel trails, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
This year's event not only promotes fitness and fun but also raises crucial awareness for oral cancer, a growing health concern. With approximately 58,500 new diagnoses expected in 2024 alone, this race aims to educate the community about the importance of early detection. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, along with age category medals, and exciting prizes including a $100 gift card to Gamba Ristorante! Bring your friends and family for a day filled with music, giveaways, and community spirit, all while supporting a worthy cause. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make a difference—register online and be part of this impactful event!
This year's event not only promotes fitness and fun but also raises crucial awareness for oral cancer, a growing health concern. With approximately 58,500 new diagnoses expected in 2024 alone, this race aims to educate the community about the importance of early detection. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, along with age category medals, and exciting prizes including a $100 gift card to Gamba Ristorante! Bring your friends and family for a day filled with music, giveaways, and community spirit, all while supporting a worthy cause. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make a difference—register online and be part of this impactful event!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION: PRE-REGISTER ONLINE
RACE LOCATION: Lake County Fair Grounds, Crown Point, IN
RACE DAY CHECK-IN & PACKET PICK UP STARTS AT: 7:00 AM
RACE STARTS: 9:00 am Runners / 9:10 am Walkers
COURSE: This is a closed course with paved and gravel trails.
CAN THE RACE BE CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER?: No, the race will be held rain, snow, or shine.
LATE ENTRY: Any Entry After Midnight, September 12th to Race Day
LATE ENTRY/SAME DAY SIGN UPS: $25
LATE ENTRY/SAME DAY SIGN UPS BEGIN: 7:30AM
AWARDS: Award Medals and $100 gift card to Gamba Ristorante in Merrillville for top Male and Female finishers overall. Award Medals for top Male and Female finishers in each age category.
PROCEEDS: The proceeds of this race will benefit Oral Cancer Awareness.
RESULTS: 5K race will be timed using on-the-bib disposable chip timing technology.
Full results will be posted at https://www.temporuntiming.com
THE 2K WALK IS NON-COMPETITIVE AND WILL NOT BE TIMED.
A limited number of shirts will be available for purchase at the event for $15 each.
We will have a DJ, prizes, medals and sponsor giveaways in addition to a cool race shirt.
ORAL CANCER: A SILENT AND GROWING THREAT
In 2024, approximately 58,500 people in the U.S. will be newly diagnosed with oral cancer. While often considered rare, 145 new cases will be diagnosed every single dayand tragically, one person dies every hour from this disease.
When caught early, oral cancers have an 8090% survival rate. However, most are not diagnosed until later stages. This isn't because they're always hard to detectthough HPV-related oral cancers do have unique challengesits largely due to a lack of public awareness and the absence of routine opportunistic screenings by healthcare providers.
The Northwest Indiana Dental Society (NIDS) is committed to changing this. One of our key goals is to raise awareness about the symptoms and risk factors of oral cancer and promote early detection through education and community outreach.
Together, we can save livesearly detection matters.
RACE LOCATION: Lake County Fair Grounds, Crown Point, IN
RACE DAY CHECK-IN & PACKET PICK UP STARTS AT: 7:00 AM
RACE STARTS: 9:00 am Runners / 9:10 am Walkers
COURSE: This is a closed course with paved and gravel trails.
CAN THE RACE BE CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER?: No, the race will be held rain, snow, or shine.
LATE ENTRY: Any Entry After Midnight, September 12th to Race Day
LATE ENTRY/SAME DAY SIGN UPS: $25
LATE ENTRY/SAME DAY SIGN UPS BEGIN: 7:30AM
AWARDS: Award Medals and $100 gift card to Gamba Ristorante in Merrillville for top Male and Female finishers overall. Award Medals for top Male and Female finishers in each age category.
PROCEEDS: The proceeds of this race will benefit Oral Cancer Awareness.
RESULTS: 5K race will be timed using on-the-bib disposable chip timing technology.
Full results will be posted at https://www.temporuntiming.com
THE 2K WALK IS NON-COMPETITIVE AND WILL NOT BE TIMED.
A limited number of shirts will be available for purchase at the event for $15 each.
We will have a DJ, prizes, medals and sponsor giveaways in addition to a cool race shirt.
ORAL CANCER: A SILENT AND GROWING THREAT
In 2024, approximately 58,500 people in the U.S. will be newly diagnosed with oral cancer. While often considered rare, 145 new cases will be diagnosed every single dayand tragically, one person dies every hour from this disease.
When caught early, oral cancers have an 8090% survival rate. However, most are not diagnosed until later stages. This isn't because they're always hard to detectthough HPV-related oral cancers do have unique challengesits largely due to a lack of public awareness and the absence of routine opportunistic screenings by healthcare providers.
The Northwest Indiana Dental Society (NIDS) is committed to changing this. One of our key goals is to raise awareness about the symptoms and risk factors of oral cancer and promote early detection through education and community outreach.
Together, we can save livesearly detection matters.
Races
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8th Annual NIDS 5K Run for Oral Cancer Awareness
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$22.20
Closed Course, Paved & Gravel Trails, Some Hills -
8th Annual NIDS 2K Walk for Oral Cancer Awareness
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:10AM CDT)
$16.90
Closed Course, Paved & Gravel Trails, Some Hills
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