5K Challenge

APR

12-18

2026

Join the 18th annual 5K Challenge in West Lafayette. This community event supports cancer research at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research, having raised over $1 million since 2008.

12-18 Apr 2026

West Lafayette, Indiana

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The 18th annual 5K Challenge takes place in Tippecanoe County. The event brings together the Boilermaker community to support innovative cancer research at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research.

Purpose

Since starting in 2008, the event has raised more than $1 million to advance science at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research. Funds raised directly support lifesaving cancer research.

Events and Location

The main event day is on a Saturday in April. It takes place in West Lafayette. There is a 5K distance available.

Student 5k Participant
Nonstudent 5k Participant
Virtual 5k

Practical Information

There is a separate registration price for student and nonstudent participants. For main event participants, the price increases after a specified date in February. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km