2024 Komen Triangle Race for the Cure
Saturday, May 4, 2024
7:00 AM - Onsite registration, packet pickup, and festival area open
8:20 AM - Zumba Warm-Up
Boxyard at Research Triangle Park
$130,739.01
Research Triangle Park
NC
Do I get a t-shirt?
All registered participants will receive an event t-shirt. The shirts for survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will be in special colors to recognize their role in our event.
Register early to guarantee you’ll receive your shirt before event day!
How will I get my t-shirt?
We will mail all race packets including t-shirts for all participants who are registered by April 21st
In order to receive your race packet in time for Race day*, you must register by April 21, 2024 at 11:59pm Eastern.
Please note: If you register for the Race after April 21st, you can pick up your race bib and t-shirt on Race morning at the T-Shirt Tent. We cannot guarantee sizes for pick-up on event day..
*Shirts are being mailed via USPS. As with any shipping provider, delays may occur.
Why are all t-shirts being mailed this year?
Mailing all shirts guarantees you will get the size you requested. Additionally, the new program will cut down on waste and will allow for cost savings, ensuring more of your fundraising dollars are directed to Komen’s lifesaving mission.
Timing Chips
Only participants who purchase the $10 timing chip will be eligible for rewards. To check if you’re qualified, call our help desk at 877-GO KOMEN, option 4 or click the pink “Need Help” button on the page to connect with chat support.
Award Categories
- Top 3 overall Male 5k
- Top 3 overall Female 5k
Race Results
We will post a link to Race results here within 1 week of the Race.
Race for the Cure® Event Day Schedule
7:00 am | Onsite Registration and Packet Pickup
7:00 am | Festival Area Opens
- Hope Village - Survivors / MBC Thrivers
- We Remember Tent
- VIP Top Fundraiser Tent - For individuals who raise at least $1,000
- Top Teams Tailgate Zone - For teams that raised $2,500 or more
- Pillar Tents - Learn more about the how the money you are help us raise is being used & the work Susan G. Komen is doing in our community
- Sponsor Tents
- Kids Zone
8:15 am | Survivors & MBC Thrivers meet at Hope Village to line up for the Parade of Hope
Don’t miss your opportunity to be in our group photo and get ready for Opening Ceremony. While in Hope Village make sure you grab a postcard on ShareForCures, Komen’s breast cancer research registry focused on finding the cures for breast cancer. Learn how you can accelerate discoveries, make an impact, and be a catalyst for change!
8:20 am | Zumba warm-up
8:30 am | Opening Ceremony & Parade of Hope
9:00 am | Race begins - 1 mile & 3 miles options
9:45 am | Medal Presentation at the stage & After-Party
11:00 am | Festival area closes
*Unfortunately, due to busing and timed runners, pets are not permitted at the event, unless they are a service animal*
All Day Long | Race where you are
Can’t join us Race morning? Hop on the treadmill, take to your neighborhood sidewalks or the paths of your favorite local park or trail wherever you’re able to gather with friends, family, and team members near you.
Event Day Tools
- Back Sign - Get ready for this weekend by printing and filling in your In Celebration / In Memory back sign now.
- ONE Community Photo Wall - Share your event day photos on social with #ONEKomen and #RacefortheCURE to add your photos to the wall!
Susan G. Komen's work would not be possible without our fundraisers. It is our honor to recognize those fundraisers who go above and beyond with their efforts and their support — our top Individuals and Top Teams.
Top Fundraisers — Individuals who raise $1000+
On event morning, follow the Top Fundraiser signs to the area reserved just for you! You’ll be gifted a special Top Fundraiser lanyard to help you stand apart from the crowd and we invite you to pop in and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks provided by generous local partners.
Top Teams — Teams who raise $2500+
Every team that raises $2500 or more will be provided a tent and table in our Top Teams area. We encourage our top teams to bring snacks, drinks and items to share with your team members.
How long is the Race?
The 2024 Komen Triangle Race for the Cure will be approximately 3.1 miles in length or or you may choose to run our shorter 1 mile route.
Is this race chip timed?
Yes. Please see the Timing Chip section for all the details.
Getting to the Event and Parking
General Parking for the 204 Triangle Race for the Cure is free and is located at 35 Davis Drive, Morrisville, NC. This is a Park & Ride lot. Buses start running at 6:45 a.m.
VIP Parking & Accessible Parking
400 Park Offices Drive, Morrisville, NC
Are strollers allowed at the event?
Yes! We encourage participants of all ages to join us on event day! NOTE: If you will be traveling with a stroller, park in/near the covered parking deck to have access to the Go Triangle Stroller Friendly bus! Share this need with our parking attendants, and they will direct you accordingly.
Can I bring my dog(s) to the event?
Yes! Dogs are allowed to join us on the course and in the event area. Please keep your pet(s) leashed at all times for the safety of your pet and other event participants.
Please note: Dogs are NOT allowed on shuttle buses.
For people with cancer or those with compromised immune systems, the CDC and NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) still recommends wearing a mask, social distancing, washing your hands, avoiding crowds, and other preventive measures.
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, we will race for the people who can't: For those too weakened by treatment to join. For those who are suffering. For those we have lost. Together we will fight back against breast cancer.