Central High School Football Stadium, Evansville IN
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
🎉 CHEMO BUDDIES HOPEFEST 2026
A Celebration of Strength & Community
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Location: Central High School Football Stadium
✨ EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- 5K Run/Walk: Walkers welcome (no pets, please!)
- Survivor’s Parade: Honoring our cancer warriors
- Hope Walk: 1-mile walk Fun for all ages
- Cruise-In Car Show: A showcase of impressive vehicles
- Food Trucks & Community Partners: Enjoy delicious treats
- Kids Activities: Face painting, inflatables & more!
📝 REGISTRATION INCLUDES
- T-shirt: Short-sleeve cotton t-shirt (5K, 1-mile, and Survivor Parade)
- Children Participation: Kids 3 & under participate FREE in the walk but do not receive a t-shirt
🏆 AWARDS
- Overall Male & Female: $100 cash prize
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female
- Categories: 14 & under, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+
📦 PACKET PICKUP
- Date: TBD
- Location: Chemo Buddies Office, 3700 Bellemeade Ave, Suite 118
- Note: Please pick up before event day!
📅 EVENT DAY CHECK-IN
Timing by: Rise Up and Run
☔ RAIN OR SHINE • NO REFUNDS
🔗 MORE INFO
You can register for the event here: HOPEFEST 5K Run
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