Shuck Cancer 5K
Shuck Cancer 5K is a running race on August 16, 2026 in Lewes, DE, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- August 16, 2026 (24 days to go)
- Location
- 1007 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Step into action and join us at Big Oyster Brewery for the 4th Annual “Shuck Cancer” 5k - a remarkable event dedicated to rallying support for those bravely battling cancer.
We are raising money to support the efforts of Fighting Pretty, a non-profit organization that helps provide strength, beauty, and empowerment to women in their cancer journey.
By lacing up your sneakers, you’re not just taking part in a spirited run, but also extending a hand of solidarity to women fighting this fight.
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
86°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lewes, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lewes, DE
City Elevation
25 ft
Nearest Airport
OCE
Ocean City Municipal Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 78 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Shuck Cancer 5K
Aug 16, 2026