Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5k & 1mile run/walk

Beautiful downtown Statesville

The Lacing Up for Cancer Care 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk is moving to downtown Statesville! Join walkers and runners of all ages for a meaningful morning that supports cancer patients in our community.

This event is proudly sponsored by Iredell Health System, 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.

Event Details

5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
Perfect for walkers or runners 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)

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.