White Cane 5k

Event Overview

• Event Name: White Cane 5k
• Date: October 3, 2026
• Location: North Central Sight Services, Williamsport, PA
• Race URL: Register Here

Race Description

• Unique Event: The White Cane 5k is a unique event for all ages and abilities, with blind and sighted runners competing together.
• Funding: The event will help fund the programs and services at North Central Sight Services.
• Collaboration: In collaboration with West Pharmaceuticals, this event will feature a timed 5K run and a relaxed 1-mile walk.
• Location: The race will be held on Reach Rd in Williamsport, with a twist called “The Blindfold Challenge.”

The Blindfold Challenge

• Challenge Overview: An opportunity to compete in the 5k run blindfolded with a sighted guide.
• Team Requirement: Create a 2-person team and compete blindfolded using one another as a sighted guide.
• Role Variability: Participants can run the entire route blindfolded or as a sighted guide, or switch roles halfway through.
• Registration: Each teammate must register separately. Blindfolds and tethers will be provided.

Additional Information

• Service Animals: Service animals only.
• Registration Time: 8 AM
• Start Time: 9 AM
• Packet Pickup: Pre-race packet pick up on the day of the race at 8 AM.

Parking Information

• Access: Enter Reach Rd from Arch St.
• Directions: Follow signs for parking.