FireK 24
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FireK 26 - Evans, GA
FireK 26 is a community running event held October 3, 2026 at Columbia County's Patriot's Park in Evans, GA. The event offers two race distances and a range of family-oriented activities at the venue.
Race distances:
- 5K
- 10K
Onsite features include fire apparatus on display, fire related activities for children, Super Heroes, a Kid's Fun Zone, a Kid's Fun Run, a live DJ, trophies, door prizes, and a free hotdog lunch. Firefighters are encouraged to register as teams to compete in the 5K for a bragging rights trophy and a prize.
The event frames its purpose around firefighter cancer prevention and support. Between 2002 and 2017, 61% of firefighter deaths were attributed to occupational cancer. The organizer cites that firefighters have a 9% greater chance of getting cancer than civilian counterparts and a 14% increased risk of dying from that cancer. FireK's mission includes supporting the financial needs of firefighting families battling cancer, providing no-cost preemptive screenings that meet NFPA and IAFC recommendations, and connecting firefighters with resources to prevent and reduce cancer risks.
A virtual race app is available for GPS tracking and uploading verified times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
