Don't Sit on Colon Cancer 5K & 1 Mile Walk
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Don't Sit on Colon Cancer 5K & 1 Mile Walk
The event takes place on March 27, 2027, at 1950 Glenn Mitchell Drive in Virginia Beach. It brings together survivors, families, medical teams, and supporters for a community-focused running and walking event that also offers a virtual 5K option.
Distances offered:
- 5K run
- 1 Mile walk
- Virtual 5K
Registration opens on December 7, 2026 and closes on January 20, 2027. Listed registration fees include $40.00 for the 5K and $35.00 for the 1 Mile walk and the virtual 5K. T-shirts are not guaranteed for late registrants.
Proceeds support colorectal cancer education, increase access to screening, and provide financial assistance to patients facing hardship. The event emphasizes awareness, early detection, and community support for people affected by colon and colorectal cancer.
For the safety and comfort of attendees, pets are not permitted except for service animals. The event description notes the presence of survivors and medical teams among participants and frames the activities as a way to remember those lost and to honor people currently fighting the disease. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
