Purdue Institute for Cancer Research 5K Challenge
- Date Sat 18th April 2026 - Fri 24th April 2026
- Time 8:00PM EDT
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $32.80 - $64.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research 5K Challenge, taking place from April 18th to April 24th, 2026, in the vibrant community of West Lafayette, Tippecanoe County. This exciting event invites all runners, walkers, and supporters to join in a spirited race that not only promotes health and fitness but also champions a noble cause—supporting innovative cancer research.
Celebrating its 18th year, the 5K Challenge has made a remarkable impact since its inception in 2008, raising over $1 million to advance lifesaving science. This year, participants will unite to honor survivors and their loved ones, showing that every step taken contributes to meaningful change. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual stroller, come be a part of this uplifting community event that proves together, we can make a difference in the fight against cancer!
Celebrating its 18th year, the 5K Challenge has made a remarkable impact since its inception in 2008, raising over $1 million to advance lifesaving science. This year, participants will unite to honor survivors and their loved ones, showing that every step taken contributes to meaningful change. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual stroller, come be a part of this uplifting community event that proves together, we can make a difference in the fight against cancer!
Organiser's Description
CALLING ALL RUNNERS, WALKERS, STROLLERS AND SUPPORTERS:
TAKE YOUR NEXT GIANT LEAP AT THE 5K CHALLENGE!
The 18th annual 5K Challenge is a race experience in Tippecanoe County that brings together the Boilermaker community and beyond to support innovative cancer research at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research.
Since its start in 2008, the Challenge has had a powerful impact generating more than $1 million to advance lifesaving science at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research. The event brings real hope to survivors and their loved ones, proving that small steps lead to big change.
TAKE YOUR NEXT GIANT LEAP AT THE 5K CHALLENGE!
The 18th annual 5K Challenge is a race experience in Tippecanoe County that brings together the Boilermaker community and beyond to support innovative cancer research at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research.
Since its start in 2008, the Challenge has had a powerful impact generating more than $1 million to advance lifesaving science at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research. The event brings real hope to survivors and their loved ones, proving that small steps lead to big change.
Races
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Student 5k Participant
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00PM EDT)
$54.00
CLOSEDJoin us for the 5K race as a student participant. Children under 12 participate for free and do not need to register unless they want a bib/t-shirt. -
Nonstudent 5k Participant
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00PM EDT)
$64.60
CLOSEDJoin us for the 5K race. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
CLOSED
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