The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 10:30AM EDT
- Location Toronto, Ohio
- Price $27.75
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in beautiful Toronto, Jefferson! This exhilarating event takes place during St. Patrick's Day weekend, making it the perfect opportunity to don your green attire and partake in a vibrant celebration of health and community spirit. The race, which is USATF certified and professionally timed, stretches along the scenic Ohio River, ensuring a delightful and fast-paced experience for both runners and walkers.
Participants can compete across various age groups, with the top three finishers in each category earning unique medals, while every child aged 12 and under will receive a medal for their efforts. Beyond the race, attendees can enjoy a festive atmosphere featuring live music, an Irish Blessings raffle, and delicious food. The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K is not only a fun-filled day but also a crucial fundraiser for the Ohio Valley Fighting Cancer Fund, supporting those affected by cancer. Don’t miss out on this memorable event—register by February 21, 2026, to secure your commemorative T-shirt and join the fight against cancer!
Participants can compete across various age groups, with the top three finishers in each category earning unique medals, while every child aged 12 and under will receive a medal for their efforts. Beyond the race, attendees can enjoy a festive atmosphere featuring live music, an Irish Blessings raffle, and delicious food. The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K is not only a fun-filled day but also a crucial fundraiser for the Ohio Valley Fighting Cancer Fund, supporting those affected by cancer. Don’t miss out on this memorable event—register by February 21, 2026, to secure your commemorative T-shirt and join the fight against cancer!
Organiser's Description
THE PAT CAMPBELL FIGHTING CANCER 5K is always held during ST. PATRICK'S DAY WEEKEND. It is one of the first, flattest, fastest, funnest, faith-filled, and greenest race/walk events of the year that helps FIGHT cancer! Running alongside the scenic Ohio River, this event is USATF certified and professionally timed.
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall (M/F) and Top 3 (M/F) in each Age Group receive a special one-of-a-kind medal!
female sign Age Groups are 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & up. No double medals rule applies.
male sign Every participant 12 & under receives a medal!
!! T-SHIRT DEADLINE !! - (2026 T-Shirt pic below.) Please register by EOD on February 21st, 2026 to guarantee your T-shirt commemorating the event and recognizing our community sponsors.
shamrock Featuring a live National Anthem, color guard, an Irish Blessings raffle, food, music, prayer and more! So wear your kilts and don your green outfits to help us celebrate our 16th Anniversary!
red heartred heartred heartOur goal is to help honor all those who are battling and have survived this terrible disease and to raise money to help benefit cancer patients and their families throughout the Ohio Valley. This event is the primary fundraiser for THE OHIO VALLEY FIGHTING CANCER FUND, a registered 501(c)3 charity. Apply for financial assistance anytime on our website WWW.FIGHTINGCANCER5K.COM [https://www.fightingcancer5k.com] !!
This is the first race of four Toronto, Ohio 5K's needed to complete the GEM CITY QUADFECTA CHALLENGE! Find out more on Facebook!
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall (M/F) and Top 3 (M/F) in each Age Group receive a special one-of-a-kind medal!
female sign Age Groups are 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & up. No double medals rule applies.
male sign Every participant 12 & under receives a medal!
!! T-SHIRT DEADLINE !! - (2026 T-Shirt pic below.) Please register by EOD on February 21st, 2026 to guarantee your T-shirt commemorating the event and recognizing our community sponsors.
shamrock Featuring a live National Anthem, color guard, an Irish Blessings raffle, food, music, prayer and more! So wear your kilts and don your green outfits to help us celebrate our 16th Anniversary!
red heartred heartred heartOur goal is to help honor all those who are battling and have survived this terrible disease and to raise money to help benefit cancer patients and their families throughout the Ohio Valley. This event is the primary fundraiser for THE OHIO VALLEY FIGHTING CANCER FUND, a registered 501(c)3 charity. Apply for financial assistance anytime on our website WWW.FIGHTINGCANCER5K.COM [https://www.fightingcancer5k.com] !!
This is the first race of four Toronto, Ohio 5K's needed to complete the GEM CITY QUADFECTA CHALLENGE! Find out more on Facebook!
Races
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The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K Run
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$27.75
Please register as a runner if you plan on running at any time at all during the 5K. Walkers that jog occasionally are runners too! Family friendly pricing only $15 for children 12 & under! -
The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K Walk
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:31AM EDT)
$27.75
Please only register as a walker if you agree to not jog or run at all until after you cross the finish line. If you jog or run at any time during the race, YOU'RE A RUNNER! Family friendly pricing only $15 for children 12 & under!
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