NEWBURYPORT — Greater Newburyport Ovarian Cancer Awareness is looking forward to welcoming runners, walkers, families and friends on Sunday, Sept. 27, for the 16th annual Greater Newburyport Ovarian Cancer 5K Run/Walk in honor of Jackie Poor and Paula Holm.
Proceeds support local women and families affected by ovarian cancer and help fund research, education and awareness.
The event begins and ends at Michael’s Harborside Restaurant & Bar in Newburyport.
The day begins with registration from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; a welcome ceremony at 9:45 a.m.; the 5K Run/Walk at 10 a.m.; and an awards ceremony about 11 a.m.
The welcome ceremony includes an appearance by Ursula A. Matulonis, M.D., chief of gynecologic oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.
The event has something for everyone, including a family-friendly walk through downtown Newburyport and along the Merrimack River, as well as a timed, competitive 5K run with awards in multiple age categories.
New this year, the 5K will feature chip timing, helping provide faster and more efficient race timing and results. The event also benefits from the technical expertise and promotional support of the Winner’s Circle Running Club and is endorsed by the New England 65+ Runners Club.
Michael’s Harborside is offering 20% off food to 5K runners and walkers on the day of the event, giving participants an opportunity to stay and enjoy the waterfront after the race.
Register online at OCAwareness.org for $35; race day registration at Michael’s Harborside is $40; ages 12 to 17: $15; Free for children under 12.
For more information or to register, visit OCAwareness.org, call 978-225-6700 or email info@ocawareness.org.