Thompson Cancer Survival Center Race Against Cancer
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🏃♀️ Step Up to Make a Difference: Join the Race Against Cancer 💙
Sunday, November 1, 2026 | Covenant Health Park
Survivor March & Photo 2PM | Tribute to Survivors 2:15PM | Race Start Time 3PM
Be part of something bigger than just a walk or run — join a movement that’s saving lives in East Tennessee. For 32 incredible years, the Race Against Cancer has rallied thousands of runners, walkers, and supporters to fund cancer education, early detection, and crucial care. Thanks to over $8 million raised, medically underserved neighbors have received life-saving screenings and treatment through the Thompson Cancer Survival Center.
🎗️ Every dollar stays local. Every stride brings us closer to beating cancer in our own backyard.
Whether you're lacing up your shoes or cheering from the sidelines, your participation powers hope for patients and families who need it most. Let’s race toward a future free from cancer — one step at a time.
Join fellow runners on November 1, 2026 for the Thompson Cancer Survival Center Race Against Cancer. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Knoxville.
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Thompson Cancer Survival Center Race Against Cancer takes place in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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