ECU Oral Cancer 5k
ECU Oral Cancer 5k is a running race on April 17, 2027 in Greenville, NC, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- April 17, 2027 (288 days to go)
- Location
- TBA, Greenville, NC
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join East Carolina University’s Student National Dental Association for the Annual Oral Cancer 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 17th, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
This event is dedicated to raising funds for Beau’s Buddies Cancer Patient Care Fund, which helps support patients by offsetting cancer-related dental expenses. Through this race, we aim to make a meaningful impact while also increasing awareness about oral cancer and the importance of early detection.
We are proud to continue this annual tradition of bringing the community together to support an important cause. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps us support patients and families who need it most. We would also like to thank all of our previous and future sponsors as well as our wonderful donors, your contributions are what allows us to continue this event every year-- we could not be more grateful! Thank you all, and hope to see you in April!
Registration Fee:
$35 - through March 15th (includes a t-shirt on race day)
$40 - March 15th through race day
*Register by April 3rd to receive a t-shirt.
Awards:
Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female will receive the following prizes:
1st place male & female: $50
2nd place male & female: $25
3rd place male & female: $10
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
74°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greenville, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Greenville, NC
Population
88,540
as of 2023
City Elevation
56 ft
Nearest Airport
PGV
Pitt-Greenville Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 82 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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ECU Oral Cancer 5k
Apr 17, 2027