Lookin' for a Cure Palo Alto
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Event overview
The Lookin' for a Cure Palo Alto is a fundraising 5K event on Saturday, July 11, 2026, hosted by A Cure In Sight in partnership with the Byers Eye Institute at Stanford. The event aims to raise awareness of ocular melanoma and direct net proceeds to research projects and patient support, including the Stanford Ocular Oncology Program. All ages are welcome. The race offers both an in-person run/walk and a virtual option.
Distances
- 5K Run/Walk (in-person)
- Virtual 5K
Location and logistics
The in-person event takes place near 2452 Watson Ct., Palo Alto, CA 94020. Packet pick up is scheduled for Friday, July 10, 2026, at Road Runner Sports San Carlos, 1125 Industrial Rd., San Carlos, CA 94070, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Free parking is available in the Byers Eye Institute parking lot at Embarcadero Rd. and Bayshore Rd. Race-day offerings include a guaranteed T-shirt for registrations by June 28, a finisher medal, food and drink, a course aid station, a commemorative race bib, free downloadable photos, and official finishers time with age group placements.
Entry fees listed on the event page are $39.16 (in-person) and $44.46 (virtual), both including listed processing fees; the in-person fee increases after June 4, 2026. The event description notes collaboration with research facilities and clinicians and mentions outreach about early detection and dilated eye exams. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
