Joshua's Wish 5K Run/Walk
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17th Annual Joshua's Wish Gold Ribbon 5K Run/Walk & Honor Walk
The event takes place on September 19, 2026, at Cavalier Fields, 4659 Cavalier Dr., Macon, GA 31220. It includes timed and non-timed options and a virtual participation option.
Distances
- 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles) for adults and youth
- Honor Walk (1 mile)
- Virtual Gold Ribbon Supporter option
Registration opens June 10, 2026. Early registration ends September 5, 2026. Published registration fees are $30 for the adult 5K, $20 for the youth 5K, $20 for the Honor Walk, and $30 for the virtual supporter option. Packet pickup location and time will be announced later. Only early registrations are guaranteed an event T-shirt. Virtual participant T-shirts will be mailed after the event.
The 5K is chip-timed and medals are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. The Gold Ribbon Honor Walk is a non-timed 1 mile held on the track and welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. The event includes team recognition for the largest team.
Reported grantmaking and support totals include more than $243,000 invested in pediatric brain tumor research, over $80,000 in undergraduate research grants, and more than $50,000 in direct family support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
