Join us for an unforgettable morning on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the Maryland Zoo for the Below the Belt Stride and Thrive 5K, Presented by 2Moms Media – where every step makes a difference in the fight against gynecologic cancers!
Experience the magic as cancer survivors, families, healthcare heroes, and community members come together at this extraordinary new venue to walk, run, and celebrate hope. This isn't just another 5K – it's a powerful movement supporting world-class cancer care and groundbreaking research at Johns Hopkins Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, where survival rates double through specialized care.
Whether you're sprinting past zebras, jogging by giraffes, or walking with friends, your participation helps fund innovative treatments that transform laboratory breakthroughs into life-saving care. Bring the whole family for a day of inspiration, education, and solidarity with survivors who remind us that no one faces cancer alone.
Ready to make history in the fight against below-the-belt cancers? Register today and start your fundraising journey. Together, we'll stride toward a future where every woman has access to expert care and better outcomes.
Event Schedule:
7:00 a.m. - Race Day Check-in/packet pick-up opens
All onsite activities and Event Village tents open
7:55 a.m. - On-stage Program begins
8:30 a.m. - 5K Run/1 Mile Walk starts
9:30 a.m. - Post race ceremony begins (top fundraisers, teams, Survivor Impact and Advocacy Award, and finisher awards)
10:00 a.m. - Meet Animal Ambassador 1
10:15 a.m. - Meet Animal Ambassador 2
11:00 a.m. - Onsite activities, vendor tents close, event ends
