
From the Organizer
Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk
Beautiful downtown Statesville
The Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk is moving to beautiful Downtown Statesville! Join walkers and runners of all ages for a meaningful morning that supports cancer patients in our community.
This event is proudly sponsored by Iredell Health System, with 100% of race proceeds benefiting the Iredell Health Foundation Cancer Care & Patient Support Fund. This fund provides critical financial assistance to patients as they navigate their cancer journey.
Event Details
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
Perfect for walkers or runners of all experience levels
Additional Information
Stroller friendly
No dogs allowed
Registration opens June 1, 2026
5K Registration: $35 (race day $45 )
1 Mile Registration: $25 (race day $35)
Official Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K T‑shirts are guaranteed for participants who register by September 8, 2026.
Packet Pick‑Up
Iredell Health Foundation
734 Hartness Rd., Statesville, NC 28677
Thursday, October 1, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Friday, October 2, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Race Day Schedule
7:30 AM – Event site opens
8:15 AM – Opening ceremonies
8:30 AM – 5K Run/Walk begins
8:40 AM – 1‑Mile Run/Walk begins
9:40 AM – Cancer Survivor Celebration
9:45 AM – Medal presentations
10:00 AM – Yoga on the Lawn
10:45 AM – Event concludes
Race Route:
5K Run/Walk
Start West Board
Turn Right on Meeting
Turn Right on Walnut
Turn Right on Race Street
Turn Right on North Mulberry
Turn Right on West Bingham
Turn Left on North Kelly
Turn Left on Privette
Turn Left North Mulberry
Turn Left on Race
Turn Left on Walnut
Turn Left on South Mulberry
Turn Right on West Broad Street
FINISH
1 Mile Run/Walk
Start West Board
Turn Right on Meeting
Turn Right on Walnut
Turn Right on Race Street
Turn Right on West End
Turn Right on Oakhurst
Turn Left on W Broad
FINISH
Medals will be provided for the 5K only
Overall, First Male and First Female
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers for Male and Female in each age group:
Under 12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and older.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
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Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5k and 1Mile Run/Walk
Oct 3, 2026