Johns Hopkins Below the Belt: Stride and Thrive

JUN
7
2026
Join the 10th Below the Belt Stride and Thrive 5K at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, a family friendly run past zebras and giraffes honoring National Cancer Survivors Day. Race in person or virtual to support gynecologic cancer care.
Sun 7 Jun 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Johns Hopkins Below the Belt Stride and Thrive 5K takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, MD. The event marks its 10-year anniversary. The page lists 19 participants so far. The event is connected with National Cancer Survivors Day and notes activities at the zoo venue, including passing by animal exhibits such as zebras and giraffes.

Race distances and fees

The event includes these options:

  • 5K Run : listed price $35.
  • 1 Mile Run/Walk : listed price $35.
  • Virtual Run/Walk with T-shirt : listed price $25.
  • Free Virtual Run/Walk (No T-shirt) : free.

The listed prices increase after December 31, 2025. The free virtual option has a registration deadline on the event date.

Purpose and fundraising

Proceeds support gynecologic cancer research, education and clinical care at the Johns Hopkins Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service. The event page notes more than $1.3 million raised over the past decade. The current fundraiser shows $120,750 raised toward a $500,000 goal. A 10-year anniversary T-shirt is included with registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
1 Mile Run/walk
Virtual Run/walk With T-Shirt
Free Virtual Run/walk (no T-Shirt)