Head for the Cure 5K - Philadelphia
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Head for the Cure 5K : Philadelphia
The Head for the Cure 5K in Philadelphia takes place on August 9, 2026 at the Philadelphia Navy Yard’s Marine Parade Grounds on S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19112. The event is a 5K run/walk that raises funds for brain cancer research, patient programs, and local healthcare initiatives.
Funds raised through this event will locally benefit the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Jefferson Health, Penn Medicine, the Global Neurosciences Institute, Temple Health, Cooper Health, Path to Hope, and other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. The event lists sponsors that include Novocure, GammaTile, VML, Parisi Coffee, and others.
Event activities include a kids fun run 100 meter dash, a 5K run/walk, a brain tumor survivor photo, and several community recognitions such as Legacy of Love for caregivers, Healthcare Hero, Keeping the Faith for survivors, and Memorial recognitions. A course map and a parking map are provided for the location.
The event also reports fundraising progress for 2026 with a current total raised of $4,922 toward a $85,000 goal. Team and individual fundraising results are published as part of the event overview. Information for team captains and frequently asked questions are available as supplementary resources. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
