Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5k and 1Mile Run/Walk

Event Overview

Beautiful downtown Statesville

The Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk is moving to beautiful Downtown Statesville! Join walkers and runners of all ages for a meaningful morning that supports cancer patients in our community.

Sponsor Information

Sponsorship: Iredell Health System

Beneficiary: 100% of race proceeds benefit the Iredell Health Foundation Cancer Care & Patient Support Fund.

Assistance: This fund provides critical financial assistance to patients as they navigate their cancer journey.

Event Details

• Race Types: 5K Run/Walk
• Additional Race: 1 Mile Run/Walk
• Experience Level: Perfect for walkers or runners of all experience levels

Additional Information

• Stroller: Stroller friendly
• Pets: No dogs allowed
• Registration Opens: June 1, 2026
• 5K Registration Fee: $35 (race day $45)
• 1 Mile Registration Fee: $25 (race day $35)

T-Shirt Guarantee

Official Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K T-shirts are guaranteed for participants who register by September 8, 2026.

Packet Pick-Up

Location: Iredell Health Foundation, 734 Hartness Rd., Statesville, NC 28677

Dates:

• Thursday, October 1, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Friday, October 2, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Race Day Schedule

• 7:30 AM: Event site opens
• 8:15 AM: Opening ceremonies
• 8:30 AM: 5K Run/Walk begins
• 8:40 AM: 1-Mile Run/Walk begins
• 9:40 AM: Cancer Survivor Celebration
• 9:45 AM: Medal presentations
• 10:00 AM: Yoga on the Lawn
• 10:45 AM: Event concludes

Race Route

5K Run/Walk Route

• Start West Board
• Turn Right on Meeting
• Turn Right on Walnut
• Turn Right on Race Street
• Turn Right on North Mulberry
• Turn Right on West Bingham
• Turn Left on North Kelly
• Turn Left on Privette
• Turn Left North Mulberry
• Turn Left on Race
• Turn Left on Walnut
• Turn Left on South Mulberry
• Turn Right on West Broad Street
• FINISH

1 Mile Run/Walk Route

• Start West Board
• Turn Right thru Parking Lot
• Turn Right on Walnut
• Turn Right on Race Street
• Turn Right on West End
• Turn Right on South Mulberry St
• Turn Left on W Broad
• FINISH

Medal Information

Medals will be provided for the 5K only

• Overall Awards: First, Second & Third Male: First, Second & Third Female
• Masters Awards: First, Second & Third Male: First, Second & Third Female
• Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers for Male and Female in each age group: Under 12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and older.

Race URL

For more information and to register, visit: Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K