Boxer Brief 5K & Virtual Challenge to Defeat Colorectal Cancer
Richmond, VA | Saturday, June 6, 2026Community EventsRegistration OpenCharity / Cause
The 14th annual Boxer Brief 5K Run/Walk brings together colorectal cancer survivors, patients, family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues to energize efforts to prevent and defeat our country's number one cancer killer in men under age 50 and the nations second cancer killer in men and women combined. Colorectal cancer is a preventable and beatable. The proceeds support the work of Hitting Cancer Below the Belt to continue their screening and educational services. Join us at City Stadium, Home of the Richmond Kickers, or in your own neighborhood! There is a GLOBAL, untimed , Virtual Challenge option for those living outside of Richmond, Virginia or for those interested in an entire weekend challenge. The goal of the virtual challenge option is to accumulate miles as participants participate in various activities. The miles accumulated can be achieved through the following activities: Walk, Run, Ride, Swim, Paddle, or even Dink! Collect those miles as you participate in multiple activities throughout the weekend of June 6th - June 7th! This is the perfect option for paddleball players, triathletes, the runner who also likes to hike, swimmers, and for those rowing and paddling on the water. No need to record a time, we just need your miles and your awesome photos! Upload photos HERE! The Diaper Dash returns. The competition for our littlest athletes will make you cheer and chuckle. Enter your child under the age of one for the Dash competition. Your child will compete on the professional Richmond Kicker's soccer field along the signature Dash mat-track prior to the 5K start. All little participants will "race" by crawling four yards towards the glory of winning their first race! There is NO charge for the Dash; however, we do ask for a small donation if you feel moved. The Diaper Dash begins at 8:00 AM. The Toddler Trot returns. We cannot ignore the children ages one and two. The toddlers will race 20 yards along the professional soccer field (weather