Run to Fight Children's Cancer
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Event overview
RUN TO FIGHT CHILDREN'S CANCER is scheduled for April 12, 2026, at Riverview Park, 2100 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85201. The event is presented by Children’s Cancer Network and includes multiple participation options: race and walk events on-site plus a virtual option. The event description notes that every day 43 children are diagnosed with cancer in the United States, treatment can last months to years, and two-thirds of these children may experience long-term side effects. The page also states the average cost of a hospital stay for a child with cancer is about $40,000 and many families incur roughly $10,000 annually in non-medical costs such as gas, parking, and childcare.
- 5K
- 10K
- Virtual Runner/Walk
Registration and fundraising
Listed entry prices include $35 for the 5K options, $40 for the 10K options, and $0 for the Hero Walk/Run; the Virtual Runner/Walk is listed at $40. Registration closes on April 12, 2026. Fundraising is optional; registrants are offered the opportunity to build fundraising teams during registration. All funds raised will support financial assistance and family-centered programs and services of Children’s Cancer Network. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
