Pursuit of a Cure – 5K Run/Walk

Pre-registration for the Pursuit of a Cure 5K Run/Walk is now open. Registration is $35. This includes a 3-day admission wristband to Ashley for the Arts.

Luminarias can also be purchased before and during the event for $5. Luminarias can be dedicated to a lost loved one, someone currently battling cancer or anyone who has overcome it. After dark, each luminaria is lit along Soldier’s Walk providing a visual representation of of a life touched by cancer.

The annual Pursuit of Cure 5K Run/Walk takes place at Memorial Park to kick off the Ashley for the Arts event. Pursuit of a Cure acts as a fundraiser to advance medical research and help offset the medical-related costs that patients incur.

Each race participant is able to choose which charitable organization that they want their entry fee to benefit. 100% of the funds raised during Pursuit of a Cure benefits the American Cancer Society, Rita Tranberg Memorial, and the Arcadia Ambulance Service.

The Pursuit of a Cure event has grown drastically each year, since its inception in 2012, as an American Cancer Society fundraiser. As this event has evolved, additional organizations have been added including: local emergency services, cancer research, and local individuals and families who are having difficulty paying for their medical treatments and related costs.

Below are the age brackets (Male & Female) for the 5K Run/Walk:

• 5-9
• 10-14
• 15-19
• 20-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70-79
• 80 & Over

The following places will be awarded medals (Male & Female) for the 5K Run/Walk:

• Overall 1st Place
• Overall 2nd Place
• Overall 3rd Place

New route due to construction