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Sunday, October 4th, 2026
206 Mill Road, Fairhaven MA
5K
55–67°F · some rain risk
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2025
53–75°F
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56–69°F
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60–81°F
dry
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53–58°F
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2021
57–62°F
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2020
48–66°F
dry
2019
47–61°F
dry
2018
58–68°F
dry
2017
53–69°F
dry
2016
55–63°F
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About this race
Race Overview
We're thrilled to host the 9th Annual Southcoast Health Cancer Care Nicole Podkowa 5k.
Date and Location
- When: Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Where: Southcoast Health Cancer Care, 206 Mill Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719
Purpose of the Event
Proceeds support the Nicole Podkowa Patient & Caregiver Fund. This unique fund supports patients being treated at Southcoast Health Cancer Care and their families who are in need of financial assistance to help with utility payments, food, housing, transportation, cancer-related supplies and other necessities.
Virtual Participation
- Registration: For those that cannot join us in person, register for our virtual 5k.
- Note: Virtual walk/run participants will not have bib numbers for the in-person event.
Registration Details
- Online Registration: Closes 10/1/2026 at midnight EST.
- Day-of-Registration: Opens at 7:30am on 10/04/2026 at Southcoast Health Cancer Care.
- Important: Registration closes on 10/1 for race organization purposes. Please do not register for the virtual race during that time if you plan to participate in person.
- Late Registration: Please register on race day if you miss the registration window.
Event Guidelines
Please note: We request no dogs at this event for the safety of our participants.
Volunteer Opportunities
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Race URL
For more information and to register, visit the race page at Nicole Podkowa 5k Run/Walk.
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