Cures for the Colors Glow Run

Every step, a move of hope! Cures for the Colors Glow Run supporting those battling cancer. 

The 2026 Cures for the Colors Glow Run will be held on November 7, 2026. There will be a timed and untimed 5K option, as well as an untimed 1-mile fun run and a virtual event option for people that can't make it the day of the race. The 1- mile fun run starts at 5:30pm and the 5K starts at 6:15pm. Registration will open the afternoon of the race at 4:15pm. 

Registration:

5K

$30 through October 2nd

$35 beginning October 3rd

1-Mile Fun Run

$20 through October 2nd

$25 beginning October 3rd

Virtual 5K

$25 through race day

To guarantee a t-shirt, you must register by 10/2/26. 

Awards

5k Timed

Top 3 Overall Male

Top 3 Overall Female

Top 3 Male/Female per age group:  17 and under, 18–30, 31+

All proceeds will be used to give people battling cancer in Eastern North Carolina a little extra help today while they fight for their tomorrow.

Virtual participants will run at a course of your choosing, including on a treadmill. Virtual participants can run (or walk) anytime anywhere on November 7, 2026. The virtual run will not be officially timed, but by using the RaceJoy app, you can receive a GPS-based time which will automatically submit your time for you. There will be an online leaderboard showing everyone's times. Virtual participates will receive a certificate and event t-shirt. 

Southeastern Cancer Care, Cures for the Colors, is a non-profit organization assisting people battling cancer with basic living essentials.  Visit https://southeasterncancercare.org to learn more about how your registration will help patients in need. 

Questions? Call (919) 587-9056