Head for the Cure 5K – San Francisco
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Head for the Cure 5K - San Francisco (2026)
The 11th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - San Francisco is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the West Bluffs Picnic Area, 983 Marine Dr, San Francisco, CA 94129. The event raises funds for the UCSF Brain Tumor Center, Path to Hope, and other national brain cancer programs, education, and initiatives. The campaign lists a fundraising goal of $75,000 and shows funds raised to date.
Race format and schedule
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run (untimed; child 9 or younger; about 100 m/100 yards)
Event-day activities include packet pick up, a kids fun run, the 5K race, a brain tumor survivor photo, and a segment titled Keeping the Faith, Legacy of Love and Special Recognitions.
Registration and support
Registration types and prices listed for the event include:
- New Year 5K Registration Sale: $26; includes event t-shirt, timing bib, and medal; in-person only; sale ends January 10, 2026; no refunds for this type.
- Early Bird 5K Registration: $34; includes t-shirt, timing bib, and medal.
- Early Bird 5K + Dog: $49; includes one person and one dog entry, t-shirt and bib for the person, a dog bandana, and medals for both.
- Kids Fun Run: $25; child 9 or younger; includes t-shirt and ribbon.
- Virtual Registration: $40; includes t-shirt and finishers medal mailed; virtual registrants cannot pick up race materials on race day or at packet pick up.
All attendees are given the opportunity to fundraise. The event lists local and national sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
