Head for the Cure 5K - Philadelphia
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Head for the Cure 5K in Philadelphia
The 2nd annual Head for the Cure 5K in Philadelphia is scheduled for August 9, 2026 at the Philadelphia Navy Yard’s Marine Parade Grounds on S Broad St. The event features a 5K run and walk and includes a separate kids fun run.
Race day activities include day of packet pick up, a kids fun run 100 meter dash, a 5K run and walk, a brain tumor survivor photo, and community recognitions. A course map and a parking map are provided for participants and attendees.
Funds raised through the event will locally benefit brain tumor research, care, education, and related initiatives. Named local beneficiaries include the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Jefferson Health, Penn Medicine, the Global Neurosciences Institute, Temple Health, Cooper Health, and Path to Hope, along with other national brain cancer programs and initiatives. Fundraising progress for the 2026 event shows $10,069 raised toward a $85,000 goal, representing 12 percent of the target.
Sponsors listed for the Philadelphia 5K include Novocure, Gammatile, VML, Parisi Coffee, and other partners. The event also offers several community recognitions such as Legacy of Love, Healthcare Hero, Keeping the Faith, and Legacy of Hope to honor caregivers, healthcare professionals, survivors, and memorial tributes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
