Waves Of Gray - 5K Brain Cancer/Tumor Awareness Walk
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Jacksonville Beach, Florida
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Waves of Gray - 5K Brain Cancer/Tumor Awareness Walk on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Jacksonville Beach, Duval! This inspiring event was established in memory of Fred K. Fenton II, who bravely faced brain cancer. The walk aims to unite the Jacksonville brain tumor community while raising crucial awareness and funds for brain cancer research. Participants will have the opportunity to support the Waves of Gray Neuro-Oncology Endowment, benefiting research programs at the Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville, Florida. Don't miss out on this chance to make a meaningful impact and honor those affected by this challenging disease. We can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
THE WAVES OF GRAY 5K BRAIN CANCER/TUMOR AWARENESS WALK WAS CREATED IN MEMORY OF FRED K. FENTON II.
FRED LOST HIS BATTLE WITH BRAIN CANCER (GLIOBLASTOMA) IN NOVEMBER 2016. WHEN HE WAS SICK, OUR FAMILY FELT EXTREMELY HELPLESS AS CAREGIVERS OFTEN DO. THIS WALK IS OUR WAY TO UNITE THE JACKSONVILLE BRAIN TUMOR COMMUNITY, BRING AWARENESS TO THIS HORRIBLE DISEASE & RAISE FUNDS FOR BRAIN CANCER/TUMOR RESEARCH.
WAVES OF GRAY CONTINUES TO SUPPORT BAPTIST MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER. 100% OF ALL FUNDS RAISED WILL BENEFIT THE WAVES OF GRAY NEURO-ONCOLOGY ENDOWMENT SUPPORTING RESEARCH PROGRAMS THROUGH BAPTIST MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON MAY 09, 2026!
FRED LOST HIS BATTLE WITH BRAIN CANCER (GLIOBLASTOMA) IN NOVEMBER 2016. WHEN HE WAS SICK, OUR FAMILY FELT EXTREMELY HELPLESS AS CAREGIVERS OFTEN DO. THIS WALK IS OUR WAY TO UNITE THE JACKSONVILLE BRAIN TUMOR COMMUNITY, BRING AWARENESS TO THIS HORRIBLE DISEASE & RAISE FUNDS FOR BRAIN CANCER/TUMOR RESEARCH.
WAVES OF GRAY CONTINUES TO SUPPORT BAPTIST MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER. 100% OF ALL FUNDS RAISED WILL BENEFIT THE WAVES OF GRAY NEURO-ONCOLOGY ENDOWMENT SUPPORTING RESEARCH PROGRAMS THROUGH BAPTIST MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON MAY 09, 2026!
Races
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2026 Waves of Gray - 5K Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Event T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 08 NOVThis is a family & pet friendly walk that takes place on Jacksonville Beach! It is a non timed and non sanctioned walk for all ages and abilities. You do have the choice to run if you so choose. Thank you for your support! -
2026 Waves of Gray - 5K Virtual Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee
$22.20
OPENS 08 NOVCan't make it in person? Consider joining the virtual option to walk or run in your own space. This option does not include a t-shirt or medal. You will have the opportunity to join a team as well as download and print your bib!
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