Blazer Bolt for Brain Cancer 5K & Fun Run

MAY
22
2027
Community 5K and 1-mile fun run at Railroad Park in Birmingham with virtual options; proceeds support UAB and Children’s of Alabama neuro-oncology.
Sat 22 May 2027
5 kilometers

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Blazer Bolt for Brain Cancer 5K

The 14th Blazer Bolt for Brain Cancer takes place on May 22, 2027, at Railroad Park (1600 First Ave South) in Birmingham, Alabama. The event offers in-person and virtual run/walk options and raises funds for neuro-oncology research and patient support.

Available distances:

  • 5K
  • 1 Mile Fun Run
  • Virtual 5K run or walk your own route
  • Virtual 1 Mile Fun Run

Registration fees are listed at $25 per entry and are non-refundable. A deadline of April 16, 2027 is listed to guarantee a race T-shirt and size; registration deadlines for specific events vary. Packet and T-shirt pick up is scheduled the week before the event at Trak Shak on South 18th Street in Homewood, Alabama, and there is no packet pick up on race day. For virtual entries, packet pick up will be held race week at Trak Shak and there is an option to have the race T-shirt mailed for an additional fee.

Chip timing is used. Awards include age-group prizes for men and women in five-year bands starting with 9 and under and continuing up to 70 plus, plus overall and masters awards for men and women.

Blazer Bolt Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization (ID 47-4030497). Proceeds benefit the UAB Division of Neuro Oncology and Children’s of Alabama Neuro Oncology for research and patient support services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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