Blue Ribbon Run

WHAT

The Blue Ribbon Run is an annual event raising money and awareness for a cure for colorectal cancer, while helping North Carolina families affected by this disease.

• Unique Start Time: The Blue Ribbon Run is unique in its afternoon start time with a reception after at Dockside.
• Entertainment: The band Lunar Tide creates an atmosphere for celebration of life and hope to find a cure.
• T-Shirt Designs: The t-shirt designs are a local favorite.
• Fundraising: Blue hydrangeas are sold with all profits benefiting the goal of saving lives.

DATE

Saturday, March 28, 2026

LOCATION

Long Leaf Park
314 Pine Grove Drive
Wilmington, NC 28409

DISTANCES OFFERED

• 5K: Run or Walk | This is a Timed event
• 1.5 Mile: Run or Walk | This event is not timed

TO REGISTER

Click on SIGN UP at the top right

• Online Registration: You can register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.
• Packet Pickup Registration: To register at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone.

SCHEDULE of EVENTS

Click HERE for Schedule of Events

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

The Blue Ribbon Run is a nonprofit for the Julie M. Brown and Christina Gianoplus Colon Cancer Foundation, which has an endowment established at UNC Lineberger. Partnering with Wilmington Gastroenterology, our goal is to raise awareness for early detection and prevention of colon cancer.

• Community Impact: We are proud to have made an invaluable impact on this community.
• Sponsors and Participants: We are grateful for the sponsors and participants who help us continue in our fight against colon cancer.
• Learn More: To Learn More, visit the Blue Ribbon Run website HERE