Chemo Buddies HOPEFEST 2026

Events

$35

$30

9:00AM CDT

Registration ends May 9, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT

$25

$20

9:10AM CDT

Registration ends May 9, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT

10:30AM CDT

A celebration for all cancer survivors.

Event Description

CHEMO BUDDIES HOPEFEST 2026 - Presented by Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
A Celebration of Strength & Community
Saturday, May 9, 2026
NEW LOCATION: Central High School Football Stadium

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
5K Run/Walk – Walkers welcome (no pets, please!)
Survivor’s Parade – Honoring our cancer warriors
Hope Walk – 1-mile walk Fun for all ages
Cruise-In Car Show
Food Trucks & Community Partners
Kids Activities – Face painting, inflatables & more!

REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Short-sleeve cotton t-shirt (5K, 1-mile, and Survivor Parade)
Children 3 & under participate FREE in the walk but do not receive a t-shirt

AWARDS
Overall Male & Female: $100 cash prize
Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female
14 & under, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39,
40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+

PACKET PICKUP - Date TBD
Chemo Buddies Office
3700 Bellemeade Ave, Suite 118
Please pick up before event day!

Event Day Check-In: 8:30am at registration table
Timing by: Rise Up and Run

RAIN OR SHINE • NO REFUNDS

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Event Location

Central High School
Central High School Football Stadium
5400 N 1st Ave
Evansville, IN 47710 US View Location on Map