Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery

Saturday, May 2, 2026 • Sanford, FL
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When is Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery?

Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 in Sanford, FL.

What distances does Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery offer?

Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery offers 2 events: 5K Your Way, In-Person 5K Run/Walk.

Event Distance Price
5K Your Way 5.0 km $40.00 Register
In-Person 5K Run/Walk 5.0 km $40.00 Register

How much does Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery cost?

Registration for Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery starts at $35.00. Prices vary by event distance.

Where is Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery held?

Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery is held in Sanford, FL at 401 E Seminole Ave, Sanford.

About Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer presented by Orlando Neurosurgery

MELISSA'S RACE 2026: LIVE or VIRTUAL presented by Orlando Neurosurgery

GREAT MEDAL! GREAT CAUSE! 

The 11th Annual Melissa's Race to Battle Brain Cancer is SO much more than another 5K.

Melissa's Race is known as the race with a heart. Thank you from the bottom of OUR hearts for your support!

LOCATION:
Civic Center Park 401 E Seminole Ave, Sanford, FL 

YOUTH PRICING:
Registrants aged 12 and under can participate at a discount.
The Youth 5K price is $10 off adult pricing for participants age 12 and under on Race Day.  

RACE START TIME
6:00a Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
6:30a National Anthem & Opening Ceremony
7:00a Race starts
8:15a Race ends
8:30a - 9:30a Closing Ceremony & Butterfly Release

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Award Categories

AWARDS
In addition to a great cause - brain cancer research - Melissa's Race is also competitive!  
Top overall male and female, top masters (>40) male and female and top 3 male and female age groups will receive awards. Age groups include 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

Course Map

Create or Join a Team

CREATE or JOIN A TEAM
Begin registration process and select "Create a Team" when prompted. You can also create your team as a fundraising team by selecting "Yes" when asked.

To join a team, begin registration process and select "Join a Team" when prompted. Choose the team you wish to join from the drop down menu.  

Your team will automatically be setup as a Fundraising team.  As an added incentive, your fundraising will enter you into a drawing for a Team prize.  

Packet Pickup

PACKET PICKUP & WALK UP REGISTRATION

  • Thursday, May 1 4p-7p at Deviant Wolfe Brewing, Sanf

  • Friday, May 2 noon-6p at Deviant Wolfe Brewing, Sanford

  • Saturday, May 3 from 6a at Registration Tent, Civic Center Park, Sanford

Sponsorship Info

Click here for 5K Sponsorship Info

 

 

Parking Map

Download a detailed parking and course map 

Swag & Giveaways

5K Your Way: T-Shirt (Size cannot be guaranteed after April 21)
In-Person 5K Run/Walk: T-Shirt (Size cannot be guaranteed after April 21)
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