THE CANNON MEMORIAL 5K
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Wilson, North Carolina
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Cannon Memorial 5K on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Wilson! This uplifting community event, presented by the Ride On Cannon Foundation, is designed to honor the vibrant spirit of Cannon and his passion for cycling. The Cannon Memorial 5K is not just a race; it’s a heartwarming celebration of children, families, and the incredible strength of our community.
Participants of all abilities are invited to run, walk, or roll in this inclusive 5K, which features the Cannon Champions Walk/Roll for children and a special kids' experience. Enjoy live music, community entertainment, and activities hosted by local vendors while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the event will help the Ride On Cannon Foundation continue its mission to serve children and families in our community. Come share in this joyous occasion, where every child belongs and every mile matters. Together, let's honor Cannon's memory and celebrate the strength that unites us all!
Participants of all abilities are invited to run, walk, or roll in this inclusive 5K, which features the Cannon Champions Walk/Roll for children and a special kids' experience. Enjoy live music, community entertainment, and activities hosted by local vendors while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the event will help the Ride On Cannon Foundation continue its mission to serve children and families in our community. Come share in this joyous occasion, where every child belongs and every mile matters. Together, let's honor Cannon's memory and celebrate the strength that unites us all!
Organiser's Description
Presented by the Ride On Cannon Foundation
Run. Walk. Roll. Celebrate.
Join us for the Inaugural Cannon Memorial 5K, a community event created to honor Cannons life, his joyful spirit, and his love for riding his bicycle.
The Cannon Memorial 5K is more than a race, it is a celebration of children, families, and the strength of our community. This inclusive event welcomes runners, walkers, families, and participants of all abilities as we come together to support the mission of the Ride On Cannon Foundation.
Cannons life touched countless people, and through this event, we continue to carry forward the love, kindness, and generosity that he inspired. Proceeds from this event will help the Ride On Cannon Foundation continue serving children and families throughout our community.
Participants can look forward to:
A family-friendly 5K run/walk
The Cannon Champions Walk/Roll for children of all abilities
A special kids' experience
Live music and community entertainment
Local vendors and family activities
Cannons Bike of Hope giveaway
An orange and blue finish-line color celebration
Whether you are running, walking, rolling, cheering from the sidelines, volunteering, or sponsoring, you are helping us make a difference.
Every child belongs. Every mile matters.
Come be part of a new Wilson tradition as we honor Cannons memory and continue to Ride On together.
The Cannon Memorial 5K
Honoring Cannon. Celebrating Children. Strengthening Our Community.
Run. Walk. Roll. Celebrate.
Join us for the Inaugural Cannon Memorial 5K, a community event created to honor Cannons life, his joyful spirit, and his love for riding his bicycle.
The Cannon Memorial 5K is more than a race, it is a celebration of children, families, and the strength of our community. This inclusive event welcomes runners, walkers, families, and participants of all abilities as we come together to support the mission of the Ride On Cannon Foundation.
Cannons life touched countless people, and through this event, we continue to carry forward the love, kindness, and generosity that he inspired. Proceeds from this event will help the Ride On Cannon Foundation continue serving children and families throughout our community.
Participants can look forward to:
A family-friendly 5K run/walk
The Cannon Champions Walk/Roll for children of all abilities
A special kids' experience
Live music and community entertainment
Local vendors and family activities
Cannons Bike of Hope giveaway
An orange and blue finish-line color celebration
Whether you are running, walking, rolling, cheering from the sidelines, volunteering, or sponsoring, you are helping us make a difference.
Every child belongs. Every mile matters.
Come be part of a new Wilson tradition as we honor Cannons memory and continue to Ride On together.
The Cannon Memorial 5K
Honoring Cannon. Celebrating Children. Strengthening Our Community.
Races
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The Cannon Memorial 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & TSHIRT
Sat 3rd October 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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115 Nash St, Wilson, 27893, NC, United States
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