Ovarian Cancer 5K

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

This event will benefit ovarian cancer research through the Mucinous Ovarian Cancer Coalition. We are excited to offer a yearly event to raise funds and awareness about ovarian cancer. There is no screening method to detect ovarian cancer. The signs and symptoms of the disease are often vague. Some of the signs/symptoms include bloating, feeling full quickly, abdominal or pelvic pain, and urinary frequency. All women with ovaries are at risk for this disease. Sign up and run or walk this race for all the important women in your life and help contribute to ovarian cancer research!

💰 Registration Fees

• In-Person:
• $35 - until June 14th
• $40 - June 15th - August 14th
• $45 - August 15th-September 27th (race t-shirt is not guaranteed)

Runners in the 5K receive a t-shirt with a custom logo from local artist Nel McLawhorn. T-shirt only guaranteed if ordered by August 15th. Trucker hats and tank tops are available for purchase during registration.

NO REFUNDS, NO EXCEPTIONS

🌐 Virtual Option

• $30 - All virtual participants will receive a medal.

⏰ Start Times (5K)

• Registration/ check in for 5K: 9-10 am
• 5K starts promptly at: 10:30 am

Water will be provided along the race and at the end.

🎽 Packet Pickup

• Friday, September 26th: 6-8 PM (We encourage packet pickup on Friday)
• Saturday, September 27th: 9-10 AM - Packet pick up outside of Pitt St

🏆 Awards/Race Categories

• Top 3 Male & Female Overall Finishers Awards
• Top 3: 12 & under
• Top 3: 13-16 years old

Awards will be presented at 11:30 am – Pitt St. OTP

ALL 5K FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL!

🎉 Post Run Party

Participants 21 years old or older will receive one beer ticket. Post-run party at Pitt St OTP on Saturday from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm, IDs will be checked by Pitt St.

Food: Music by Chuck Phillips, Food Truck & Haven's Pizza will be available for lunch.

Come to beautiful historic Washington, NC. This race is open to walkers and running strollers. Strollers must start behind runners and walkers. NO pets allowed other than service dogs. NO bikes or skateboards allowed.

📍 Event Location

The Ovarian Cancer 5K will take place on September 27, 2025, at 307 W. Main Street, Washington, NC. For more information and registration, please visit the race website.