Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5k & 1mile run/walk & rock
Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5k & 1mile run/walk & rock is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Statesville, NC, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Beautiful downtown Statesville
The Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk or Rock is moving to downtown Statesville! Join walkers, runners and rockers of all ages for a meaningful morning that supports cancer patients in our community.
This event is proudly sponsored by Iredell Health Foundation, 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.
NEW: Rocking for Cancer Care (courtesy of Troutman Chair)
Limited to the first 50 participants - Secure your rocking chair spot today!
Event Details
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
NEW: Rocking for Cancer Care
Perfect for walkers, runners or rockers 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)
Rocking for Cancer Care: $25
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
10:45 AM – Event concludes
Medals will be provided for the 5K only
Overall, First, Second & Third Male: First, Second & Third Female
Masters, First, Second & Third Male: First, Second & Third Female (40+)
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.
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
75°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Statesville 2 Nne, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Statesville, NC
City Elevation
869 ft
Nearest Airport
USA
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 42 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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72
Days to train
- Race
- Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5k & 1mile run/walk & rock
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5k & 1mile run/walk & rock
Oct 3, 2026