The Blazin' Battle Against Brain Cancer

MAY
17
2026
Honor a local firefighter and support the Rhode Island Brain & Spine Tumor Foundation at the Blazin’ Battle Against Brain Cancer on May 17 at Deerfield Park in Greenville. Run or walk a 5k or 10k to raise funds for patients and research.
Sun 17 May 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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The Blazin’ Battle Against Brain Cancer

The event takes place on May 17, 2026 at Deerfield Park, Lisa Ann Circle, Greenville, RI. It is held in memory of a local firefighter who was diagnosed with glioblastoma and benefits The Rhode Island Brain & Spine Tumor Foundation. Proceeds support the foundation’s work to provide education, spiritual and financial support, and assistance for research for people with brain or spine tumors and their families.

  • 10k (in-person) - $40
  • 5k (in-person) - $30
  • Virtual 10k - $40; registration ends May 17, 2026
  • Virtual 5k - $40; registration ends May 17, 2026

Additional information

In-person registration prices for the 5k and 10k increase after December 31, 2025. Bib pick up is on Sunday, May 17th from 6:30 AM to 7:45 AM at Deerfield Park; participants are asked to show their QR code on a mobile device for check-in and bib numbers will be assigned at check-in. Dogs and strollers are not allowed in the event.

Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers for both the 5k and 10k, and 1st place age group awards are given for males and females in each distance. Age groups start at 19 & under and continue in typical 10-year increments up to 90+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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