Southern Alberta Hope for a Cure Run/Walk supporting The Huntington Society of Canada
Southern Alberta Hope for a Cure Run/Walk supporting The Huntington Society of Canada
About Southern Alberta Hope for a Cure Run/Walk
The Huntington Society of Canada's Southern Alberta Chapter is hosting its 17th Annual Hope for a Cure Run & Walk in Calgary. Come celebrate with volunteers, walkers, runners, and cheerleaders! Celebrate this year's theme, From Neon to Now, by dressing in your finest 80s attire! We will highlight how we have advanced over the last four decades through this event with an 80s theme!
The beautiful Bowness Park will host our event, complete with a large playground, family-friendly games and activities, and a raffle (debit/credit available on-site)! Bring your family and friends or join us virtually!
This year, the Online Silent Auction will be posted on Monday, June 2nd and close on Thursday, June 5th at 11:59 p.m. All items will be ready for pickup at the event with proof of payment. All attendees will be able to enjoy the event without having to keep an eye on their bids! Stay tuned for more details!
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Location: Site #3, Bowness Park, Calgary, AB
Time:
- Registration: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
- Silent Auction Pick-up: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Kids Races: 10:15 a.m.
- 5km Walk/Run: 10:30 a.m.
- BBQ:11:30 a.m.
- Raffle winners and Announcements: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Note: There will be photographers and videographers on site. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the event organizers know.
Registration Fees:
All Registrations include a from Neon to Now Hope for a Cure Run/Walk T-shirt. Early Bird pricing is available from March 15 - April 30!
- Early Bird (March 15 - April 30) - $25
- Regular (May 1 - June 5) - $35
- Event Day (June 7) - $40
Family Registration* (includes 2 Adults and 2 Children under 12 - option to add additional kids)
*Family fundraising prizes, if earned, will base Hoodie sizing off of "Adult 1"
- Early Bird (March 15 - April 30) - $85
- Regular (May 1 - June 5) - $100
- Event Day (June 7) - $110
Kids
- Regular (March 15 - June 5) - $20
- Event Day (June 7) - $25
Cheerleader
- Early Bird (March 15 - April 30) - $20
- Regular (May 1 - June 5) - $25
- Event Day (June 7) - $30
- Regular (includes a Hope for a Cure Bandana) - $10
- Event Day (June 7) - $15
Fundraising Prizes:
To thank you for your outstanding fundraising efforts, you may be eligible for ONE of the following gifts (Follow us on Facebook for a preview!). Please Note: All prizes will be based on INDIVIDUAL fundraising efforts unless registered as a family.
Everyone who raises over $100 will earn entries to win a $250 cash prize.
- $100 - Entry to 1 Draw for a cash prize
- $250 - from Neon to Now Fanny Pack and 2 entries for a cash prize
- $500 - from Neon to Now Hoodie and 5 entries for a cash prize
- $750 - from Neon to Now Hoodie, Fanny Pack, and 10 entries for a cash prize
- $1000 - from Neon to Now Hoodie, Fanny Pack, Towel, and 15 entries for a cash prize
*To be included in consideration for Top Fundraiser prizes, all fundraising (cash, cheque and online) must be received by Thursday June 5th at 8:30 p.m. Funds received after this time will not be included in the tally for these prizes.
Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for additional information and a peek at our raffle items.
Date
Starts at: June 7, 2025 10:00 AM
Ends at: June 7, 2025 3:00 PM
Location
Bowness Park
8900 48 Avenue Northwest
Site #3
Calgary,AB T3B 2B2 CAN
Contact
Hope for a Cure Event Team
hdhopeyyc@gmail.com
More Information
Please follow us on Facebook for additional information and a peek at our silent auction items: https://www.facebook.com/SouthernAlbertaHD/
Instagram: @hsc_southernalbertachapter
Event Questions? Hope for a Cure Event Team hdhopeyyc@gmail.com
Website questions? events@huntingtonsociety.ca or 1-800-998-7398
All proceeds raised through this event will go to support Family Services and Research to delay or stop Huntington disease.
Visit huntingtonsociety.ca to learn more about the organization and Huntington disease.
Please follow us on Facebook for additional information and a peek at our silent auction items: https://www.facebook.com/SouthernAlbertaHD/
Instagram: @hsc_southernalbertachapter
Event Questions? Hope for a Cure Event Team hdhopeyyc@gmail.com
Website questions? events@huntingtonsociety.ca or 1-800-998-7398
All proceeds raised through this event will go to support Family Services and Research to delay or stop Huntington disease.
Visit huntingtonsociety.ca to learn more about the organization and Huntington disease.
About the Huntington Society of Canada
The Huntington Society of Canada (HSC) strives for a better future for those affected by Huntington disease (HD). There are three main areas that HSC focuses on:
1. Funding cutting edge research into slowing or stopping the progression of HD
2. Funding Family Services workers across Canada to provide support for those affected by HD
3. Raising awareness of HD, educating the public and health services professionals, as well as advocating for the rights of those affected by HD