Cancer Chomp 2025

Schedule

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

2033 Mowry Road, Gainesville, FL, Gainesville, FL, United States, Florida 32611 | Gainesville, FL

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Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun, community, and survivor recognition at the 4th Annual Cancer Chomp — a brain tumor awareness event like no other, brought to you by the Preston A. Wells Jr. Center for Brain Tumor Therapy in partnership with the UF Department of Neurosurgery.


📅 Save the Date: Saturday, Oct. 25 | 8-11 a.m.
Check-in: 7:30 a.m. Race time: 8:30 a.m.
📍 Where: Cancer & Genetics Research Complex, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL


Join us on the stunning UF campus for a high-energy celebration featuring:
🏃‍♀️ A 5K Run/Walk
🎈 A lively Kid Zone
🎗️ Inspiring charitable organizations
🐴 Adorable mini horses
💙 A showcase of UF Health services
🐊 Special appearances by the UF Gator Mascots & Gator Band
✨ And so much more!
This family-friendly event is free to attend, with a small fee for 5K participants. Proceeds directly support patients and families receiving brain tumor care at UF Health.
💻 For full event details, to register for the 5K and/or to check out highlights from last year, visit: Giving.UFHealth.org/CancerChomp
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Where is it happening?

2033 Mowry Road, Gainesville, FL, Gainesville, FL, United States, Florida 32611

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

University of Florida Health Cancer Center

Host or Publisher University of Florida Health Cancer Center

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