Ovarian Cancer 5K

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

This event will benefit ovarian cancer research through the Mucinous Ovarian Cancer Coalition. We are excited to offer a yearly event to raise funds and awareness about ovarian cancer. There is no screening method to detect ovarian cancer. The signs and symptoms of the disease are often vague. Some of the signs/symptoms include bloating, feeling full quickly, abdominal or pelvic pain, and urinary frequency. All women with ovaries are at risk for this disease. Sign up and run or walk this race for all the important women in your life and help contribute to ovarian cancer research!

💰 Registration Fees

• In-Person:
• $35: until June 13th
• $40: June 14th - August 13th
• $45: August 14th-September 26th

Runners in the 5K receive a t-shirt with a custom logo from local artist Nel McLawhorn. T-shirt only guaranteed if ordered by August 15th. Hats and tank tops are available for purchase during registration.

Medals and t-shirts: are not guaranteed if signed up from August 14th-September 26th. We have done our best to order enough t-shirts and medals for all participants. Just in case we run out, we made the decision to not 100% guarantee after 8/14. But hopefully, we did a good job at over-ordering shirts and medals.

Policy: NO REFUNDS, NO EXCEPTIONS

🌐 Virtual Option

$30: All virtual participants will receive a medal.

⏰ Start Times

• Registration: Check in for 5K from 9-10 am
• 5K Start: 10:30 am
• Water: Provided along the race and at the end.

📦 Packet Pickup

• Friday: September 25th, 5:30-7 PM (Encouraged pickup)
• Location: Pitt St in Washington, NC
• Saturday: September 26th, 9-10 AM - Packet pickup outside of Pitt St

🏆 Awards/Race Categories

• Overall Awards: Top 3 Male & Female Finishers
• Ages 12 & Under: Top 3
• Ages 13-16: Top 3
• Award Presentation: 11:30 am – Pitt St. OTP

ALL 5K FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL!

🎉 Post Run Party

Participants 21 years old or older will receive one beer ticket. Post-run party at Pitt St OTP on Saturday 11:00 am-1:30 pm. IDs will be checked by Pitt St.

Entertainment: Music by Chuck Phillips

Food: Food Truck & Haven's Pizza will be available for lunch.

📍 Event Location

Come to beautiful historic Washington, NC. This race is open to walkers and running strollers. Strollers must start behind runners and walkers. NO bikes or skateboards allowed.

🔗 More Information

For more details, visit the official race page: Ovarian Cancer 5K.