Cures for the Colors Glow Run
Cures for the Colors Glow Run is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Goldsboro, NC, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (114 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Every step, a move of hope! Cures for the Colors Glow Run supporting those battling cancer.
The 2026 Cures for the Colors Glow Run will be held on November 7, 2026. There will be a timed and untimed 5K option, as well as an untimed 1-mile fun run and a virtual event option for people that can't make it the day of the race. The 1- mile fun run starts at 5:30pm and the 5K starts at 6:15pm. Registration will open the afternoon of the race at 4:15pm.
Registration:
5K
- $30 through October 2nd
- $35 beginning October 3rd
1-Mile Fun Run
- $20 through October 2nd
- $25 beginning October 3rd
Virtual 5K
- $25 through race day
To guarantee a t-shirt, you must register by 10/2/26.
All proceeds will be used to give people battling cancer in Eastern North Carolina a little extra help today while they fight for their tomorrow.
The top 3 female finishers, the top 3 male finishers, and the top 3 finishers under 18 will receive a race metal. The awards ceremony will be held after all participants have completed the race.
Virtual participants will run at a course of your choosing, including on a treadmill. Virtual participants can run (or walk) anytime anywhere on November 7, 2026. The virtual run will not be officially timed, but by using the RaceJoy app, you can receive a GPS-based time which will automatically submit your time for you. There will be an online leaderboard showing everyone's times. Virtual participates will receive a certificate and event t-shirt.
Southeastern Cancer Care, Cures for the Colors, is a non-profit organization assisting people battling cancer with basic living essentials. Visit https://southeasterncancercare.org to learn more about how your registration will help patients in need.
Questions? Call (919) 587-9056
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
65°
Typical Low
42°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Goldsboro Ag 1 N, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Goldsboro, NC
City Elevation
54 ft
Nearest Airport
PGV
Pitt-Greenville Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Cures for the Colors Glow Run
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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Cures for the Colors Glow Run
Nov 7, 2026