Sunset on Cancer 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K Run/Walk October 3, 2026 499 Front Beach Dr. Ocean Springs, MS. 39564 Event Times: Survivor Event at 4:00 pm 5K starts at 4:30 pm 1 Mile starts at 5:30 pm Family Fun and Room to Run Join us for the 6th Annual Sunset on Cancer 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 3rd. This family friendly event will include food, live music, and kids activities. For the kids, we will have a face painter, a balloon guy and there is a park and the beach nearby to enjoy after the race. Join us in honor of Cancer Survivors and their families. In conjunction with our fundraising efforts, our goal at this event is to raise awareness and honor the many people in our community who are affected with all types of malignancies and to celebrate all of our survivors. All proceeds will support Singing River Foundation Cancer Fund and a portion of theses proceeds also support the American Cancer Society. About the Sunset on Cancer Run The Sunset on Cancer Run helps provide essential aid through Singing River Foundation’s Cancer Fund and the American Cancer Society. The fund assists patients with medications, dental work, and transportation as well as makes improvements to the Cancer Center. Early Registration Fees: 1 mile Fun Run - $15.00 1 mile Fun Run and 5k - $40.00 5k - $30.00 5k Student - $20.00 (must show student ID) Team 5k - $25.00 Each team member Late Registration Fees: 2:00pm on Race Day $35 for 5K Run/Walk $20 for 1 Mile Fun Run No Team Registration available on Race Day T-Shirt and race bag guaranteed if registered by September 5th. Packet Pickup (Location, Date & Time): Packet Pickup will begin at 2:00 pm on race day at race site Age Groups for the 5K: (1-14,15-19,20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,etc. 70+): Awards: 1 Mile: Top 3 Overall Male & Female for age categories of 6 & Under, 7-9 yr. old, 10-12 yr. old 5K: Top Overall Male & Female, & 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Male & Female in each age group for the 5K Teams: Award for Largest Team, Best Team Costume and Best Spirit Team Refund Policy: We have a No Refund Policy. Please consider your registration as a donation if you are unable to attend the event. All sales are final. Cancellation Policy: If the weather is deemed to be unsafe to participate in, the race has the right to cancel the run and registration fees are non-refundable.
Course & Travel Notes
The Sunset on Cancer 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K takes place in Ocean Springs, Mississippi on October 3rd, 2026, with the race starting at 4:30 PM—perfect timing to catch that beautiful Gulf Coast sunset. You'll want to fly into Keesler Air Force Base, which is just 5.8 miles from the venue, making it super convenient. Early October weather there is typically mild with highs around 79°F and lows near 62°F, so bring layers just in case, and there's roughly a one-in-five chance of rain that day. The venue sits right at sea level, so if you're coming from higher elevation, you won't need to worry about altitude adjustment.
⛰️ 0 ft elevation☀️ Typically 79°F / 62°F · 21% chance of rain✈️ Keesler Air Force Base (BIX) — 5.8 mi
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When is Sunset on Cancer 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ocean Springs, MS?
Sunset on Cancer 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ocean Springs, MS takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
Where is Sunset on Cancer 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ocean Springs, MS held?
Sunset on Cancer 1 Mile Fun Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ocean Springs, MS is held at 499 Front Beach Dr. in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
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