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2026 Ray of Hope Run for Ovarian Cancer Research

Sat, May 30, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT

Location
Wauwatosa, WI
Hoyt Park, 1800 N Swan Blvd, picnic areas 2&3, 53226
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run or walk to support ovarian cancer research at this volunteer-led event, where all proceeds directly fund the cause.

  • For a Cause

Great for

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the Ray of Hope Run in Wauwatosa, WI, dedicated to supporting ovarian cancer research. This event features a chip-timed 5K run and a 3K walk, offering options for various fitness levels. Families can also participate with special Kids' Run and Kids' Dash events. Organized by the entirely volunteer-run Ray of Hope for Ovarian Cancer Cure Inc, all participant fees and donations directly fund research, thanks to generous sponsors covering operating expenses. It's an opportunity to contribute to a vital cause.

What to expect

  • Participate in a chip-timed 5K run or a 3K walk.
  • Kids can join the Kids' Run (0.1K) or Kids' Dash, with a warm-up led by TrueNorth Martial Arts.
  • All kids' event participants receive a medal and Gilliebucks.

Standout details

  • Supports ovarian cancer research
  • All proceeds go directly to research
  • Volunteer-run event
  • Kids' events include medal and Gilliebucks

Perks & features

  • Chip Timed

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1.1K

    Sat, May 30, 8:40 AM CDT · From $6.30

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes May 30, 2026, 4:30 AM CDT

  • 3K

    Sat, May 30, 9:00 AM CDT · From $22.20

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

  • 5K

    Sat, May 30, 9:00 AM CDT · From $27.50

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 2 more options
  • 5K

    Sat, May 30, 9:00 AM CDT · From $22.20

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes May 11, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Kids' Dash 6 and under

    Sat, May 30, 8:40 AM CDT · From $6.30

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes May 30, 2026, 4:30 AM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

5K RUN  ( chip timed)

Price increases: March 1st and May 10th

3K WALK

Price increases: March 1st and May 10th

Saturday, May 30th

9:00 AM at Hoyt Park in Wauwatosa, WI

PICNIC AREA #2 on Menomonee River Parkway!

5K Run -  Route

3K Walk -  Route

Virtual Option

Kids' Run Event   1 .1K Route

Saturday, May 30th, 8:40 AM  at Hoyt Park in Wauwatosa, WI

PICNIC AREA #2 on Menomonee River Parkway!

8:35 AM Kids' Warm-up! Lead by Ryan Hansen   TrueNorth Martial Arts

Kids 6-12  are eligible for this special event

All participants will get a medal and Gilliebucks after crossing the finish line!

$5 registration fee

Kids' Dash

Saturday, May 30th, 8:40 am at Hoyt Park in Wauwatosa, WI

PICNIC AREA #2 on Menomonee River parkway!

8:35 AM Kids' Warm-up! Lead by Ryan Hansen  TrueNorth Martial Arts

Kids 6 and under are eligible for this special event

All participants will get a medal and Gilliebucks  after crossing the finish line!

$5 registration fee

Early Packet Pickup

Thursday May 28th 4:30-6:30 PM

Performance Running Outfitters Brookfield

2205 N. Calhoun Rd, Brookfield

Race Day Packet Pickup

Saturday May 30th  7:45-8:20 AM

Hoyt Park picnic area #2

Ray of Hope for Ovarian Cancer Cure Inc is entirely volunteer-run. Our operating expenses for the Ray of Hope Run are covered by generous sponsors, ensuring participant fees and donations go straight to research. We are also incredibly grateful for our many in-kind sponsors who donate signage, food, race equipment, and other essentials that help make the event possible.

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