CVBCA SPONSORED EVENT

CVBCA has sponsored an Annual 5K Walk/Run since 1997. We, along with our community look forward to this every year. Our aim is to promote public awareness of breast cancer and to come together as a community to show our love and support! This event has become a family tradition for many; a time to honor or remember their own “Pink Warriors.”

Information about CVBCA 5K Walk/Run: Our Event takes place in downtown Chambersburg, PA on Rhodes Drive. The 5K will begin at 10:00 AM, but you will want to arrive early (by 9:30) for our Opening Ceremony. We do offer onsite registration starting at 8:30. First, we encourage all the walkers and runners to spend a few minutes “warming up” to some lively musical selections. The “Pink Warriors” in the crowd are then invited to come forward for a special time of honor and prayer, led by our CVBCA chaplain. It is beautiful to see all the courageous smiles on the faces of  these women. We also pause to remember, in a moment of silence, those who lost their battle with this disease. And of course, we always end our prayer, by asking for a CURE!

When it is time for the 5K to begin, the serious runners line up at the front of the crowd, followed by the walkers, those pushing baby strollers, and those in wheelchairs. Friendly dogs are welcome, but owners are responsible for cleaning up any mess.

In 2020 and 2021 we hosted a virtual Walk Run where registrants could walk at their own pace, anytime and anywhere.  Prior to that, the 5K (3.1 miles) course was mostly flat and winds through the north end of Chambersburg back to the starting line (the alley beside the Towers on Main St.). At the end of the 5K we have water, cookies, and fruit. It is a great time to catch up with old friends and maybe meet someone new.

And we always have Pink Ribbon merchandise for sale, along with the new CVBCA t-shirt for the year. Registrations are accepted the morning of the 5K, but your advance registration helps us plan better for the Event. We hope to see you!