Head for the Cure 5K - Orlando - Orlando
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Head for the Cure 5K Orlando
The 9th Annual Head for the Cure 5K in Orlando is scheduled for February 28, 2026 at Harbor Park, 4990 New Broad St., Orlando, FL 32814. The event centers on a community 5K run/walk and includes a short kids run and other on-site activities.
Event features include day of packet pick up, a kids fun run 100 meter dash, a brain tumor survivor photo, and special recognitions such as Legacy of Love, Healthcare Hero, Keeping the Faith, and memorial tributes. A course map and a parking map are provided for the Harbor Park location.
Funds raised through the event will locally benefit the Orlando Health Cancer Institute, the Dragon Master Initiative, Path to Hope, and other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. The event reports $8,094 raised toward a $60,000 goal, representing 13 percent of that goal. Proceeds are directed to clinical research and program support related to brain cancer.
Sponsorship support is listed, including a presenting sponsor. The event information includes resources for team captains, frequently asked questions, and community recognitions related to honoring caregivers, healthcare professionals, survivors, and those remembered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.