Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Orange County
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Event details
The 2nd Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Orange County is scheduled for March 21, 2026 at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach, California (1131 Back Bay Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660). The event raises funds and awareness for brain tumor research, education, and related initiatives. Funds raised will locally benefit Hoag Family Cancer Institute, Path to Hope, and other national brain cancer programs. The event offers both in-person and virtual participation options.
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run (untimed)
Registration, packet pick up and fundraising
Early bird 5K registration is listed at $34 and includes an event t-shirt, timing bib and medal. A 5K registration that includes one dog is listed at $49 and includes a t-shirt, timing bib, a dog bandana, and finish-line medals for both person and dog. Kids Fun Run registration is listed at $25 and includes a t-shirt and ribbon. Virtual registration is listed at $40 and includes a mailed event t-shirt and finishers medal; virtual registrants cannot pick up race materials. Packet pick up details are to be announced and race-day packet pick up will be available. All attendees are offered the opportunity to fundraise. The campaign shows $607.29 raised toward a $95,000 goal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
