Candace’s Cause 5K
About this race
Beautiful Cherokee Park in Louisville will once again host the "Candace's Cause 5K". Enjoy the park's many landmarks and points of interest, all the while walking and/or running to support a worthwhile organization dedicated to finding a cure for DIPG - a rare form of pediatric brain tumor that has affected so many of our kids in this region.
This year's race is being ran on DIPG Awareness Day throughout the Commonwealth.
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8 to 9 am at Cherokee Park.
Race Information
The run will begin at 9 am EDT at Cherokee Park. The start and finish are at the water fountain at the rugby field on the Scenic loop near Baringer Hill Path.
Registration
Registration is $25 per runner. Runners who register through May 1, 2026, will receive a free race-day t-shirt. (Due to t-shirt printing deadlines, shirts cannot be guaranteed after the 5/1/26 date) Online registration will remain open until the 9 am start time of the event. Registering on your phone is quick and easy. Cash registrations will also be taken on race day.
Awards
Top Three Male & Female finishers will receive special awards.
Water Stops & Aid Station
We will offer a water/ hydration station about 1.5 miles into the loop.
Join fellow runners on May 11, 2024 for the Candace’s Cause 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Louisville.
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Candace’s Cause 5K
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Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Louisville in 2024, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Louisville
Candace’s Cause 5K takes place in Louisville, Kentucky, United States. The local timezone is America/Kentucky/Louisville.
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