Chemo Buddies HOPEFEST
About this race
CHEMO BUDDIES HOPEFEST 2026 - Presented by Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
A Celebration of Strength & Community
Saturday, May 9, 2026
NEW LOCATION: Central High School Football Stadium
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
5K Run/Walk – Walkers welcome (no pets, please!)
Survivor’s Parade – Honoring our cancer warriors
Hope Walk – 1-mile walk, fun for all ages
Cruise-In Car Show
Food Trucks & Community Partners
Kids Activities – Face painting, inflatables & more!
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Short-sleeve cotton t-shirt (5K, 1-mile, and Survivor Parade)
Children 3 & under participate FREE in the walk but do not receive a t-shirt
AWARDS
Overall Male & Female: $100 cash prize
Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female
14 & under, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39,
40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+
PACKET PICKUP - May 4-7 9 AM-3 PM NO PICKUP ON FRIDAY, MAY 8! The day of the event pickup begins at 8:30 AM
Chemo Buddies Office
3700 Bellemeade Ave, Suite 118
Please pick up before event day if possible!
Event Day Check-In: 8:30 AM at registration table
Timing by: Rise Up and Run
RAIN OR SHINE • NO REFUNDS
Join fellow runners on May 9, 2026 for the Chemo Buddies HOPEFEST. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Evansville.
Pick your distance
Running
Chemo Buddies Hopefest 5K
Timed 5K run/walk T-shirt included. Register by April 9 to ensure your shirt size is guaranteed.
Walking
$10 Walk Flash Sale - NO SHIRT
Weather Overview
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About Evansville
Chemo Buddies HOPEFEST takes place in Evansville, Indiana, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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