One of Central Georgia’s largest 5k runs will return to Macon this year. Susan G. Komen Central Georgia’s Race for the Cure is moving to Mercer University’s campus. The new route will take participants throughout the new developments in the revitalized College Hill Corridor area of Macon.

“We are thrilled to be coming back to Macon, where it all started 16 years ago and take advantage of the energy in the College Hill Corridor to grow our race and increase support for our mission of ending breast cancer forever,” said Jill Vanderhoek, executive director of Susan G. Komen Central Georgia. 

In addition to the shift in locations, the race will move up in the calendar year, to Saturday, Sept. 26. Online registration will open on May 10. Komen Central Georgia aspires to include participants of all ages during the event, celebrating life and bringing awareness to local breast health needs. Participants will be encouraged to run, walk or stroll at their own pace.  The 5K will begin at 9:00 a.m. Check komencentralga.org for event updates.

“We are pleased and honored that Mercer’s campus and the College Hill Corridor will host the Susan G. Komen Central Georgia Race for the Cure this year,” said Mercer President William D. Underwood. “The timing works well for the University, as Sept. 26 is an open date for football, and many of our students, faculty and staff are involved with Susan G. Komen programs. We are looking forward to a positive experience for the Komen organization, race participants and the Macon community.” 

Macon was host to the first 12 Races for the Cure, and now it will have a chance for many more, and city officials are welcoming the 16th annual race back to the city. 

“I’m delighted the Race for the Cure is returning to Macon-Bibb,” says Macon-Bibb County Mayor Robert Reichert. “I want to encourage people to participate and help raise funds for and awareness of the important work Susan G. Komen Central Georgia does for the people and organizations that support those affected by breast cancer in Central Georgia.”