About the Desmoid Defenders 5K Run/Walk
This race exists because of one teenager's diagnosis with a rare tumor condition, and that story is present throughout the morning. The event raises awareness and research funding for desmoid tumors, which most runners have never heard of before showing up. There is a run distance and a shorter walk option, and a virtual participation path for those who cannot be there in person.
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Distances & Start Times
5K9/20/2026 09:00$35
1 Mile9/20/2026 09:00$25
5 Miles9/20/2026 09:00$30
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Set a goal and get a pace band: every mile split on a card sized for your phone lock screen, so race morning needs no math.
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