The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K

The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K

The Pat Campbell Fighting Cancer 5K is always held during St. Patrick's Day Weekend. It is one of the first, flattest, fastest, funnest, faith-filled, and greenest race/walk events of the year that helps FIGHT cancer! Running alongside the scenic Ohio River, this event is USATF certified and professionally timed.

Awards

• Top Finishers: Top 3 Overall (M/F) and Top 3 (M/F) in each Age Group receive a special one-of-a-kind medal!
• Age Groups: Age Groups are 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & up. No double medals rule applies.
• Medals for Kids: Every participant 12 & under receives a medal!

T-Shirt Deadline

!! T-SHIRT DEADLINE !! Please register by EOD on February 21st, 2026 to guarantee your T-shirt commemorating the event and recognizing our community sponsors.

Event Highlights

• Live Performances: Featuring a live National Anthem, color guard, an Irish Blessings raffle, food, music, prayer and more!
• Dress Code: So wear your kilts and don your green outfits to help us celebrate our 16th Anniversary!

Mission

Our goal is to help honor all those who are battling and have survived this terrible disease and to raise money to help benefit cancer patients and their families throughout the Ohio Valley. This event is the primary fundraiser for The Ohio Valley Fighting Cancer Fund, a registered 501(c)3 charity. Apply for financial assistance anytime on our website www.fightingcancer5k.com.

Gem City Quadfecta Challenge

This is the first race of four Toronto, Ohio 5K's needed to complete the Gem City Quadfecta Challenge! Find out more on Facebook!

Event Details

• Date: 2026-03-14
• Location: 207 N. River Avenue, Toronto, OH
• Registration Link: Register here