2026 Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run
- Date
- October 23, 2026
- Location
- 1000 Bay Ave., Columbus, GA
- Distance
- 5K Fun Run Only · 5K Fun Walk Only
From the Organizer
Event: 5k Fun Walk/Run
Date: October 23, 2026
Course: Woodruff Park https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6626017012/
Cost: $30 for walkers 12 years of age and older (includes t-shirt) $40 for runners (includes t-shirt and winners medal for specific age group)
***Price increases on Saturday, October 11th to $35 for walkers and $45 for runners. Register by Sunday, October 11th to be guaranteed a t-shirt and correct size. No guarantee of t-shirt after October 11th.
Registering after October 11th DOES NOT GURANTEE A T-SHIRT.
***Packet pick-up is Thursday, October 22nd
12 pm-6pm place: Cunningham Center
***Race day registration/late packet pick-up begins at 4pm at Woodruff Park
Survivor parade begins at 5:45 pm. Line up at 5:30 pm. Check in at WCGCC table.
Program starts: 6pm
Run/Walk starts at 6:30pm
The West Central Georgia Cancer Coalition (WCGCC), a not-for-profit, 501(c) (3) organization presents the 16th Paint the Town Pink 5k Fun Walk/Run our annual fundraiser. This event benefits the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Cancer Assistance Fund. This fund was established to assist eligible individuals and families in our community who have been diagnosed with cancer and are currently receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy or radiation treatment.
100% of proceeds remain within our community. Get those teams together and let's "Paint the Town Pink". Runners will be timed, and this race can help with qualifications for other races.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run?
- 2026 Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run is a running event held in Columbus, GA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the 2026 Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run?
- Friday, October 23, 2026 in Columbus, GA at 1000 Bay Ave., Columbus, GA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
2026 Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run
Oct 23, 2026