Head for the Cure 5K - Pittsburgh
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Head for the Cure 5K Pittsburgh
The Head for the Cure 5K in Pittsburgh is the eighth annual fundraising run and walk held at North Park Boathouse, 10301 Pearce Mill Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101. The event on August 8, 2026 brings together participants to raise funds for brain tumor research and related programs.
Proceeds from this event will locally benefit brain tumor research at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, the Brain Cancer Awareness 5K, Path to Hope, and other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. The event page lists sponsors and provides course and parking maps for the North Park area.
A packet pickup is scheduled the day before at Pro Bike + Run North Park. The event program includes a kids fun run, a survivor photo, and community recognitions that honor caregivers, healthcare professionals, survivors, and memorials for those affected by brain cancer. Fundraising progress is tracked for the 5K, with a reported total raised of $10,006 toward a $100,000 goal at the time of the listing.
Materials are available for team captains and participants that explain team fundraising and recognition categories. The event combines a timed 5K run walk format with community fundraising and special recognitions tied to brain cancer research and support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
