Cancer Can Suck a Cactus 10K

OCT-NOV
24-8
2026
A coastal running event in Kennebunk with in-person 5k and 10k races plus kids races and virtual options starting October 24. Proceeds support METAvivor, Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Cancer Can Suck a Cactus.
24-8 Oct-Nov 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Cancer Can Suck A Cactus 5K/10K

Cancer Can Suck A Cactus 5K/10K is a running event scheduled for November 8, 2026 in Kennebunk, Maine, with virtual participation options beginning October 24, 2026. The in-person location is listed as 26 Golf Club Dr, Kennebunk.

The event offers multiple race formats and distances:

  • 10k run or walk, listed as 6.2 miles
  • 5k run or walk, listed as 3.1 miles
  • Kids races including 1k, 0.5k and a toddler dash, listed as 0.6 miles

Registration opened March 20, 2026 and registration periods extend through November 8, 2026 for the listed events. Registration fees range by race, from about $20 for kids events to $45 for the in-person 10k.

Participant items differ by format. In-person events list a finisher medal, sticker, shirt when registered before October 19, and post race snacks. Virtual entries include a race bib, finisher prize, sticker, and a shirt when registered before October 19; virtual shirts may ship separately for an additional shipping charge and delivery prior to the event is not guaranteed.

Proceeds from the event are designated for METAvivor to support stage 4 breast cancer research, Dana Farber Cancer Institute to support pediatric cancer research, and Cancer Can Suck a Cactus to support its mission to foster a global community that enables exercise. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k Run/walk
5 km
5k Run/walk
Kids Race (1k, 0.5k + Toddler Dash)
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