3201 Maplewood Avenue, Richmond VA
Saturday, June 6th, 2026
🏃♂️Event Overview
- Event: 14th annual Boxer Brief 5K Run/Walk
- Date: June 6, 2026
- Location: 3201 Maplewood Avenue, Richmond, VA
- URL: Boxer Brief 5K
🎗️Purpose of the Race
- Mission: To unite colorectal cancer survivors, patients, and supporters.
- Focus: Raise awareness and funds for colorectal cancer prevention and screenings.
- Beneficiary: Proceeds support work by Hitting Cancer Below the Belt.
- Impact: Address the leading cancer killer in men under 50 in the U.S.
🌍Virtual Challenge
- Format: Untimed virtual event for those outside Richmond or anyone wanting a weekend challenge.
- Activities: Accumulate miles through walking, running, riding, swimming, paddling, or dink.
- Details: Participation can occur from June 6 to June 7.
- Photo Sharing: Upload photos HERE!.
👶Children's Events
- Diaper Dash: For children under one year, crawling competition on the Kicker's soccer field at 8:00 AM.
- Toddler Trot: A race for toddlers ages one to two, 20 yards, following the Diaper Dash at 8:00 AM.
- Caped Colon Crusader Sprint: For kids under six, encourages wearing capes and racing at 7:45 AM.
- Donations: Participation in children's races is free: donations are appreciated.
🏆Awards and Recognition
- Categories: Fastest man and woman, top age group competitors, and fastest duos.
- Team Awards: Best Team Costume, Largest Social/Coporate Team, and Top Fundraising Team.
- Special Recognition: Teams with strollers or pets are acknowledged.
- Energy: Expect a fun atmosphere filled with music and games.
💵Incentives
- Referral Reward: Share your special URL code to bring five or more participants for a $20 refund.
- Tracking: Find your unique code in your email confirmation post-registration.
- Impact: Your referrals can contribute to saving lives.
- Community Involvement: Join the efforts in supporting colorectal cancer awareness.
🤝Sponsorship Opportunities
- Engagement: Learn about various sponsorship and vendor options available.
- Contact: Discuss partnership possibilities via mconklin@HCB2.org.
- Collaborative Goals: Aim for a mutually beneficial relationship in community support.
- Involvement: Create a lasting impact through support and partnership.
