Walkin' In Boots 5k

Sunday, October 6, 2024 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Harrisonburg, Virginia

$32.80 · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your boots for a meaningful cause at the Walkin' In Boots 5K on Sunday, October 6th, 2024, in Harrisonburg, Virginia! This unique event invites participants to walk nine laps around the beautiful Festival Lawn at James Madison University, all while donning their favorite cowgirl or cowboy boots—or any shoes they choose. As you stroll, you'll enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with local vendors and live musicians, making it a fantastic day for the whole community.

The Walkin' In Boots 5K is not just about having fun; it's a heartfelt initiative aimed at raising awareness and support for childhood cancer. With alarming statistics highlighting that about 1 in 260 children in the U.S. will face a cancer diagnosis before the age of 20, this event is crucial in driving change. Join us as we walk in solidarity with those affected by cancer and help make a difference in the lives of children battling this disease. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make an impact while enjoying a day of camaraderie and celebration!

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Walkin In Boots 5k

Incl. $2.80 Fee & Event T-Shirt

Registration pick up begins at 9:00 AM! Please arrive before 10:30 AM as the kick off to the walk will begin at 11:00 AM. There will be plenty of things to check out before the event begins. Please visit the website you were redirected from (to get to this link), all of your possible questions can be answered there! Of course, you can email us, and someone will respond to you within 24-48 hours @[email protected]

9:00 AM EDT

$32.80

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Organiser's description

Walk 9 laps and check out some vendors/musicians around James Madison University's Festival Lawn; around the sidewalks, in cowgirl/cowboy boots (or other shoes of your choice if needed). Walk these laps in the "boots/shoes" of those who have fought or are still fighting cancer.

About 1 in 260 children in the United States will develop cancer before the age of 20. In 2024, it is estimated that 14,910 children in the US will be diagnosed with cancer. That breaks down to over 40 children per day who are devastated by the news that they have been diagnosed with cancer. These are staggering statistics and ones that we are committed to changing. We are Dukes Against Childhood Cancer, a student-run organization (not a non-profit) at James Madison University, whose mission is to advocate for, bring awareness of, and contribute to the fight against, pediatric cancer.