Camp CARE Memorial 5K
About this race
Join us for the annual PJ St. Martin and Zack Dobbin Memorial 5K and Fun Run on October 3, 2026, at Frank Liske Park! This race supports Camp CARE (Cancer Ain’t Really the End), a local organization that offers a weeklong summer camp and year-round activities for children who have or have had cancer, and their families.
At Camp CARE, kids are more than just cancer patients—they are kids, first and foremost. The camp creates a space for fun, friendship, and support throughout each family's journey. By participating in this race, you are helping to provide these children with the opportunity to experience joy and connection, and to create lasting memories.
Come run or walk in support of these amazing kids and their families! This year is an evening race with a glow theme!
Join fellow runners on October 3, 2026 for the Camp CARE Memorial 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Concord.
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MEMORIAL 5K
We have a glow fun theme this year. Participants, who want to participate, can wear glow sticks, neon colors, and light-up accessories to show that even in difficult times, hope continues to shine. Medals will be awarded to the first 150 participants who finish!
FUN RUN
This event is for anyone who wants to run or walk a shorter distance including younger children. We have a glow fun theme this year. Participants, who want to participate, can wear glow sticks, neon colors, and light-up accessories to show that even in difficult times, hope continues to shine.
VIRTUAL 5K
If you cannot make the day but want to support Camp CARE please consider a virtual run.
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About Concord
Camp CARE Memorial 5K takes place in Concord, North Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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