Fast Track to a Cure 5K - Bay Area
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Fast Track to a Cure 5K Bay Area
Fast Track to a Cure 5K is a community running event in Richmond, California, on September 19, 2026, that raises awareness and supports research into oligodendroglioma, a rare form of brain cancer. The Bay Area edition is the sixth local occurrence and highlights involvement from survivors, families, friends, volunteers, and other community members. This year the event includes an optional race-timing element while maintaining opportunities for informal participation and virtual entries.
Event categories include in-person and virtual participation, a free entry category for current or past brain tumor or cancer patients and survivors, youth participation, and volunteer roles. Registration fees listed in event materials include an adult fee of $30.00, a youth fee of $15.00, a virtual participant fee of $30.00, and no-cost registration for eligible patients or survivors. Volunteers who provide 3+ hours of service are offered complimentary registration and a t-shirt; volunteer registrants are contacted within one week to confirm assignments.
Location details given for the in-person event list the address 1280 Melville Square, Richmond, CA 94804. The event description notes that virtual participation is available for those who wish to take part from other locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
