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

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.