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The Run For Sweet Caroline

Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

First-Year Event· Help them grow
Location
Boca Raton, FL
1000 Spanish River Blvd, 33431
Type
RUN
Official registration

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

At a glance

Run or walk a 5K or 1 Mile in Boca Raton to honor Caroline Rhine and support Sarcoma Awareness and Research.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • Beginner Friendly

Great for: beginners, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The inaugural Run for Sweet Caroline honors Caroline Rhine, who passed from leiomyosarcoma. This event is dedicated to supporting Sarcoma Awareness, Patient Education and Assistance, and Sarcoma Research. With 100% of registration fees and donations benefiting organizations like the Sarcoma Alliance and Memorial Sloan Kettering, your participation makes a direct impact. The event features a meaningful sunflower theme, symbolizing hope and resilience, reflecting Caroline's spirit. Join as an individual or form a team for a morning of remembrance and community support.

What to expect

  • Participate in a 5K run/walk or a 1 Mile run/walk.
  • Receive a finisher medal and race t-shirt, with awards for top overall and age group finishers.
  • Enjoy family activities like face painting and shave ice, plus free health screenings.

Standout details

  • 100% of funds support Sarcoma research
  • Honoring Caroline Rhine's spirit
  • Sunflower theme for Sarcoma Awareness
  • Family activities & free health screenings

Perks & features

  • Awards
  • Medal

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 1 Miles

    Sun, Apr 19, 8:30 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens May 27, 2025, 11:48 AM EDT · Closes Apr 19, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 5K

    Sun, Apr 19, 7:30 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens May 27, 2025, 11:48 AM EDT · Closes Apr 19, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race
From the organizer

The first annual “ Run for Sweet Caroline ” will be held on April 19, 2026 in honor of beloved wife, mother and friend Caroline Rhine who passed away from a rare cancer called leiomyosarcoma on November 6, 2024.  Thanks to generous donations from our sponsors to cover the cost of the event, 100% of the funds raised from registration fees and additional donations will go to support Sarcoma Awareness, Patient Education and Assistance, and Sarcoma Research through organizations like the Sarcoma Alliance, The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and the Leiomyosarcoma Support & Direct Research Foundation.

You will note the theme of sunflowers throughout the Run for Sweet Caroline.  The sunflower has been the symbol of Sarcoma Awareness for nearly 20 years, and serves as a reminder to those affected by these cancers that there is hope for a brighter future.  Sunflowers stand strong and tall, reflecting the sun’s light and always holding their heads high, even through adversity.  Anyone who knew Caroline and saw how she lived her life with Sarcoma knows this quote captures her spirit perfectly.

Sign up as an individual participant or start a team and invite friends, family, colleagues, etc to participate and compete with other teams for top fundraising / top race performance honors.

National Anthem: 7:15am *** 5K Run/Walk starts 7:30am *** 1 Mile Run/Walk will start at 8:30am.

Race timing provided by Accuchip Timing.

Race Awards: Finisher Medal for all participants + Awards for top 3 (M/F) overall and by age group in 5 year increments.

Race t-shirts, fun giveaways, and family activities including face painting / air brush tattoos, shave ice, and more.

Free health screenings courtesy of the U Health Game Changer (tm) vehicle --> Click here for more info

Water will be provided at the water stations and water bottles will be at the Finish Line.

Race Director: Michael Rhine.  954-304-2837. sweetcarolinesarcomainc@gmail.com   Managed by Runner's Edge Foundation

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