Hoosiers Outrun Cancer
About the Event
Hoosiers Outrun Cancer is one of the oldest and largest 5K run/walks in Indiana. The course covers part of the beautiful Indiana University campus. The race traditionally features a 5K Walk or Run and 1 Mile Walk or Run. Awards will be offered in the 5K to adults in age categories for men and women for top finishers, while awards will be offered to youth in the 1 Mile for top finishers. A virtual or "Spirit" registration option is available for those that wish to participate but not attend in person. Spirit registrations will receive their race shirt by mail.
Since 2000 HOC has raised over $5.3 million to support people impacted by cancer in south central Indiana. Funds raised by this event under the guidance of Bloomington Health Foundation launched Cancer Support Community South Central Indiana (CSCSCI) in Bloomington, IN. The new office is located at 1719 W. 3rd St., Bloomington, IN 47404. This office provides counseling and support groups, nutrition & exercise classes, art & music therapy, reiki, oncology massage, professional education presentations, social connections for survivors and families, a wig boutique, youth art backpacks, comfort kits, and financial assistance with food and transportation to patients in active treatment cycles. Programs are FREE to all cancer patients, survivors, family members, care givers, and friends. In 2025, 1,250 Hoosiers attended these programs 5,179 times! Hoosiers Outrun Cancer directly funds these essential support services.
Join fellow runners on October 3, 2026 for the Hoosiers Outrun Cancer. It's a fantastic 6.6K, 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Bloomington.
Races Offered
Running
NEW - HOC Double Play (Both the 1 Mile and the 5K)
Run or walk the 1 Mile event, then 40 minutes later you do the 5K!
5K Run/Walk
This 5K course kicks off on the north side of iconic Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, and covers the beautiful Indiana University campus. All racers will receive a time, and awards will be given to top male and female times in age categories.
1 Mile Run/Walk
Just like the 5K, the 1 Mile course kicks off on the North side of iconic Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, looping around the athletic complex. All racers are timed, and the event is limited to a 30 minute finish time. Awards in this race are provided to youth in male and female age categories to top finishers.
Spirit Run/Walk
The Spirit registration gives you the ability to join a team and participate from afar. All Spirit registrations will receive their race shirt by mail. ***Register before September 13 to be sure you receive your race shirt prior to race day. This option counts toward team size for team awards. Instructions will be sent to you on how to submit your time to be included in our race results if you would like to be recognized for finishing time. ***Choosing the "Spirit Run/Walk" option means you won't receive a race bib
About Bloomington
Hoosiers Outrun Cancer takes place in Bloomington, Indiana, United States. The local timezone is America/Indiana/Indianapolis.
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