Southcoast Health Nicole Podkowa 5k Walk & Run

  • Date Sun 5th October 2025
  • Time 8:15AM EDT
  • Location Fairhaven, Massachusetts
  • Price Free - $39.94
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the 8th Annual Southcoast Health Nicole Podkowa 5K Walk & Run on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in beautiful Fairhaven, Bristol! This exciting event kicks off at 9 AM, bringing together community members to promote health, wellness, and support for those affected by cancer. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, you can enjoy the thrill of completing a 5K while helping a great cause.

Registration is open until October 2, 2025, with day-of registration available starting at 7:30 AM. If you can't make it in person, don’t worry! You can still participate virtually, completing the 5K in your own neighborhood or local park. This year's event will be cup-free, encouraging participants to bring their own water containers, reducing waste, and protecting the environment. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Nicole Podkowa Cancer Patient & Caregiver Fund, providing essential support to families in need. Gather your family and friends, spread the word on social media with #Podkowa5k2025, and get ready for a fantastic day of community spirit and support!

Organiser's Description

SOUTHCOAST HEALTH IS THRILLED TO HOST THE 8TH ANNUAL SOUTHCOAST HEALTH NICOLE PODKOWA 5K WALK & RUN! THE RACE WILL TAKE PLACE AT SOUTHCOAST HEALTH CANCER CARE IN FAIRHAVEN, MA AT 9AM ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2025.



ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 10/02/2025 AT MIDNIGHT EST. DAY OF REGISTRATION AT THE SOUTHCOAST HEALTH CANCER CENTER WILL OPEN AT 7:30AM ON 10/05/2025. Registration is closed on 10/3 and 10/4 for race organization purposes. Please do not register for the virtual race during that time if you plan to participate in person. Please register on race day if you miss the registration window.



For those that cannot join us in person but would still like to participate, you may still register for our virtual event and walk or run your 5k in the comfort of your own neighborhood, treadmill or local park. Virtual walk/run participants will not have bib numbers for the in-person event.



This year's event will be CUP-FREE. We will have water-filling stations at the staging area as well as on the 5k course, but you must bring your own cup or water bottle. A cup-free event will reduce waste and minimize our impact on the environment.



We request no dogs at this event for the safety of our participants.



Proceeds raised through this event will support the Nicole Podkowa Cancer Patient & Caregiver Fund. This unique fund supports patients being treated at Southcoast Health Cancer Care and their families who are in need of financial assistance to help with utility payments, food, housing, transportation, cancer related supplies and other necessities.



Invite your family and friends to join you in completing the 5k and encourage them to register! Spread the word on social media! Hashtag #Podkowa5k2025 and tag @southcoasthealth when you post videos and photos of yourself participating in the 5k.



IN ADDITION TO RUNNERS AND WALKERS, WERE LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS, AND PEER-TO-PEER FUNDRAISERS. EMAIL [email protected] TO LEARN MORE!

Races

  • In-Person 5k Run

    Incl. $4.94 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $39.94

  • In-Person 5k Walk

    Incl. $4.94 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (9:05AM EDT)

    $39.94

  • VIRTUAL 5k Walk & Run

    Incl. $4.94 Fee & T-Shirt

    $39.94

    This event is VIRTUAL and no race bib will be offered. This event is done in the location of your choosing. Please do not register for the virtual event if you will be joining us on 10/5 at the Fairhaven Cancer Center.
  • Kid's Run

    Sun 5th October 2025 (8:15AM EDT)

    Free

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Location

206 Mill Road, Fairhaven, 02719, MA, United States

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