Your Next Step is the Cure 5k
Saturday, December 5, 2026
8:00 AM EST
Plant City, Florida
$43.40 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community and purpose at the 9th Annual "Your Next Step is the Cure" 5K, taking place on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, in the picturesque Plant City, Hillsborough. This exciting race not only offers participants a chance to run a chip-timed 5K starting at 8:00 AM, but it also supports a vital cause—raising awareness and funding for ocular melanoma research.
Join fellow runners and walkers of all ages as we unite for hope and innovation in the fight against this rare and aggressive cancer. Participants will receive a finisher medal, a commemorative shirt, and a chance to win fantastic prizes. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in multiple age categories, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to shine. Plus, enjoy free race photos and explore exhibitor booths along the route. Come together to make strides toward a cure, as we run not just for miles, but for life-saving progress!
Join fellow runners and walkers of all ages as we unite for hope and innovation in the fight against this rare and aggressive cancer. Participants will receive a finisher medal, a commemorative shirt, and a chance to win fantastic prizes. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in multiple age categories, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to shine. Plus, enjoy free race photos and explore exhibitor booths along the route. Come together to make strides toward a cure, as we run not just for miles, but for life-saving progress!
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Organiser's description
We are proud to announce our 9TH ANNUAL RACE EVENT - a milestone year that continues to grow in impact and purpose.
What began as a passion to raise awareness has now expanded even further with the establishment of our official 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION, strengthening our commitment to this mission for years to come.
Our race supports awareness and research for OCULAR MELANOMA, a rare and aggressive cancer that affects just six out of every one million people each year. Though rare, its impact on patients and families is profound - and urgently in need of continued research and breakthroughs.
Proceeds from this year's event will be benefiting the uveal melanoma research at Moffitt Cancer Center and the laboratories of Dr. Keiran Smalley, Dr. Florian Karreth, and Dr. Alex Jaeger where groundbreaking discoveries are being made to better this disease and develop new treatment strategies.
Together, we run, not just for miles - but for hope, innovation, and life-saving progress. Join us as we continue to make strides toward awareness, research and a cure.
IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT THE RACE EVENT:
. 5K Race will begin at 8:00am - Chip timed
. Awards will be given out to the Top 3 Male and Female in each of the following age groups: 8-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and above.
. Finisher medal for ALL 5K runners/walkers
. All 5K registrants will receive a shirt
. Free race photos
. Chance to Win Prizes
. Awards ceremony
. Exhibitors
What began as a passion to raise awareness has now expanded even further with the establishment of our official 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION, strengthening our commitment to this mission for years to come.
Our race supports awareness and research for OCULAR MELANOMA, a rare and aggressive cancer that affects just six out of every one million people each year. Though rare, its impact on patients and families is profound - and urgently in need of continued research and breakthroughs.
Proceeds from this year's event will be benefiting the uveal melanoma research at Moffitt Cancer Center and the laboratories of Dr. Keiran Smalley, Dr. Florian Karreth, and Dr. Alex Jaeger where groundbreaking discoveries are being made to better this disease and develop new treatment strategies.
Together, we run, not just for miles - but for hope, innovation, and life-saving progress. Join us as we continue to make strides toward awareness, research and a cure.
IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT THE RACE EVENT:
. 5K Race will begin at 8:00am - Chip timed
. Awards will be given out to the Top 3 Male and Female in each of the following age groups: 8-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and above.
. Finisher medal for ALL 5K runners/walkers
. All 5K registrants will receive a shirt
. Free race photos
. Chance to Win Prizes
. Awards ceremony
. Exhibitors
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Location
100 Alderman's Ford Park Dr, Plant City, 33567, FL, United States
Your Next Step is the Cure 5k
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