The Life We Have + Stupid Cancer | Film, Run + Refreshments

Schedule

Thu May 28 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:45 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

REI Co-op | Washington, DC

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Come out for a community run, short film screening, panel and free food in the REI Union Market Courtyard
About this Event

Stupid Cancer and Black Girls Run, in partnership with Black Men Run DC, present:

The Life We Have in Washington, DC

Share a film. Move your body. Show up for something bigger.

Join us on Thursday, May 28th at 6PM at the REI DC Flagship courtyard for a powerful evening of movement, community, and storytelling—all in support of Stupid Cancer and their .


MOVE

Start the evening with community movement led by local crews:

  • A 5K run hosted by Black Men Run DC
  • A walk hosted by Black Girls Run DC

All paces and abilities are welcome—come as you are.


FILM + COMMUNITY

After the run/walk, settle in for a panel conversation with local advocates , free food, and a screening of the award-winning short documentary .

Produced by REI Co-op Studios, the 24 minute film follows Rob Shaver, who—after a stage four cancer diagnosis—made a pact to run every single day.


WHY WE GATHER

This event supports adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors through Stupid Cancer, a leading organization dedicated to empowering those affected in their teens, 20s, and 30s.

To support Stupid Cancer: https://stpdcn.cr/REIXDONATETOSC

Come for the movement, stay for the story—and leave part of a community that believes in living fully, together.

Free to attend. Space is limited.


https://vimeo.com/1108236085
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Where is it happening?

REI Co-op, 201 M Street Northeast, Washington, United States

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