The race for the Cure is probably the best known event for fund raising and building awareness for breast cancer and the Komen Foundation. Susan G. Komen died of breast cancer and her sister Nancy G. Brinker started the Komen for the Cure organization in 1982.

The race started in Salt Lake City in 1996. Since then the 5k run or walk along with shorter 1 mile walk has been as much a celebration for survivors and support for victims as anything else.

This event draws a lot of people and a lot of pink. The race isn’t officially timed but a timer at the finish line will give you an idea of how you did.

Description of the Course:

The 5K race starts at 300 W and N Temple and heads North to Warm Springs Park (900 N) before heading back toward The Gateway Shopping District along 400 W

Links:

Official Site: http://www.komenslc.org

Maps: http://www.komenslc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms.page&ID=1023