Head for the Cure 5K - Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
May 17, 2026 - Sunday
5k
Race Information
Join the Head for the Cure Foundation for their Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Cleveland as they raise funds, awareness, and hope for the local brain tumor community! Funds raised benefit the Rose Ella Burkhardt Brain Tumor and Neuro-Oncology Center at Cleveland Clinic and the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative. The event will take place by the beach house at Edgewater Park. Following the 5K, they will have a Kids Fun Run and program!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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