Events
Description
Join us for the 11th Annual Cancer Care Run & Walk on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at 9 a.m. at Martens Park, 710 Lincoln Ave, Lancaster, Ohio 43130. This 5K Run and 2-mile walk will start and end at Marten's Park, featuring a new this year separate start for each event. The race is on a flat and fast paved bike path with a course sweeper team - no one finishes last!
In 2022, our race registration hit record numbers with 200 runners and walkers strong who raised more than $10,000! In 2023 we hope to break 200 participants and exceed $10,000 raised - we know we can do that with your help. All event proceeds fund local patients battling cancer. This fund was started by TWIG 1 in September 2007. It has inspired the community to give to local cancer patients through the FMC Foundation. Local cancer patients benefit by receiving nutritional supplements, life-saving screenings, and diagnostic testing such as mammograms and colonoscopies for patients who could not afford them. Access to treatment and support close to home is crucial for members of our community, and the Cancer Care Fund is one way to make this possible.
Can't attend? Another way to support the event is by purchasing a Memorial Sign to be displayed at the start line/finisher's chute on the day of the race in honor of a loved one. Memorial signs can be purchased online for $25 each.
We thank all of our past sponsors and the community for supporting our brave cancer patients and their family members. If you have questions, please visit us on Facebook @CancerCareRun.
Additional Event Information
Race Day Timeline
- 7:45 a.m. - Race day packet pickup and registration starts
- 9:00 a.m. - Opening remarks by TWIG 1 and the Fairfield Medical Center Foundation, followed by a local guest speaker whose life has been touched by cancer
- 9:10 a.m. - 5k start
- 9:15 a.m. - 2-mile walk start
Race pricing
Race participant cost is $25 through September 1st, and $30 from September 2nd through race day. Kids 10 and under can run or walk for FREE, but to ensure that all are covered properly on the liability insurance we ask that all participants register online (the youth discount will be applied automatically; must be accompanied by an adult at all times on the course; and no T-shirt is included if attending for free). Pre-register by September 1st to guarantee your limited edition long-sleeved shirt.
Timing
The 5k includes chip timing by Columbus Running Company. The 2-mile walk is untimed.
Parking
Parking is in the parking lots at the park and there will be ample parking. Please follow the instructions of all parking volunteers and public safety.
Awards
Awards are provided in the in-person 5k for the top three overall finishers by gender as well as the top three finishers for each of the following age/gender group categories:
- 19 & Under
- 20-24
- 25-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60 & Over
RUNColumbus Race Series
We are thrilled that the TWIG 1 Cancer Care Run & Walk is a part of the 2023 RUNColumbus race season! To learn more about the series, please visit https://runcolumbusraceseries.com/
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the TWIG 1 Cancer Care Run & Walk.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Directions
Marten's Park - Lancaster, Ohio
