Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer
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Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer : overview
Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer takes place on May 2, 2026, at the Sanford Civic Center in Sanford, Florida. The event includes chip timing and a single start on the event date. It supports brain cancer research through the Melissa Vosburg Endowed Chair in Neuro-Oncology Research. The listed registration price is $5, with a price increase scheduled after December 1, 2025. A youth discount is applied at checkout.
Events and format
- 5K In-person 5K Run/Walk
- 5K 5K Your Way - complete the distance anywhere before race day
The 5K Your Way option allows participants to walk, run, hike, bike, or use a treadmill and complete the distance before the event date. Fundraising and donations are tracked for prize entries; every $10 donated or raised counts as one entry toward the prize drawing. The grand prize listed is a $5,000 Park Jewelers shopping spree.
Volunteers and sponsors
Volunteer roles listed include packet pickup, water stations, course marshals, parking and traffic guidance, start/finish support, and setup and teardown. Volunteers receive a race volunteer shirt and may receive community service hours if needed. Early 2026 sponsors include Orlando Neuro Surgery, Park Jewelers, Novocure, and others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
