FAQs
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Online registration is available until Thursday, March 12th. Registration is $40.00 prior to race day. Race packets can be picked up at River Church on Friday, March 13th from 4-6pm. We strongly encourage early registration online but same-day registration will be available for $50.
Same day registration will begin at 8:00 am, and the race starts at 10:00am. The starting line is at The River Church, 4425 Ben Franklin Boulevard, Durham NC. Prizes for top runners will be awarded. First 500 finishers will win a medal.
Please CLICK HERE to view the race day schedule of events.
WHY SHOULD I PARTICIPATE IN THE DUKE CRUSH COLORECTAL CANCER 5K RUN/WALK?
At the Duke Cancer Institute, we are fighting this deadly yet preventable disease, and we need your help. All donations from the event will go towards funding colorectal cancer research. Not only will this race raise funds for research, it will bring our community together under the banner of colorectal cancer awareness. We hope to provide an important opportunity for patients, survivors, friends, and family members to come together for an important cause.
HOW CAN I HELP?
We are excited about the annual Duke Crush Colorectal Cancer 5K Run/Walk and expect this event to grow with each passing year. We would greatly appreciate any donations (monetary or food, i.e., bottled water, bananas, apples, granola bars) in support of this event. All donations are tax deductible. We also encourage you to run the race as individuals or as a team and share the event with friends and family.
We are always in need of sponsors and volunteers.
TEAMS
Forming or joining a team is a way to engage with family and friends for a common goal, coordinate fundraising efforts, and have fun! Special t-shirts, props (think poop emoji or anything Duke Blue - the color of colorectal cancer awareness), and costumes are absolutely allowed and are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED. We would love to take team photos before the race. Gather together with your team and then come over to the stage for team photos before the race. Register by March 5th to get an official Duke Crush Colorectal Cancer 5K Run/Walk t-shirt.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Want to have your community group join us as an exhibitor? Please email us
ARE DOGS AND STROLLERS PERMITTED?
Yes, friendly dogs on leashes and happy babies definitely welcome! On the day of the event, just line up behind the walkers at start of the race.
WEATHER INFORMATION
The Crush Colorectal Cancer 5k is a rain-or-shine event. If severe weather is anticipated, please check the event website for last-minute updates. Please also follow us on Instagram @crushcolorectalcancer5k and www.facebook.com/DukeCRC5K.
IS THERE PARKING AVAILABLE?
Yes, there is free parking available at Duke HomeCare & Hospice, Infusion, & Grief Services at 4321 Medical Park Dr #101, Durham, NC 27704.
WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING?
HOTEL INFORMATION
We’re pleased to offer special lodging rates for Duke Crush Colorectal Cancer 5K participants at the Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center.
Hilton Booking Link: Hilton Booking Duke Crush
We have a room block reserved for March 1315, 2026. Booking your room is simple—just select “Book a Room” on the hotel’s event page to receive your group’s preferred rate.
Reservation Cutoff Date: February 11, 2026.
CONTACT US
If you have additional questions, please email us at crushcolorectalcancer@dm.duke.edu. For updates, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @crushcolorectalcancer5k.
ONE LAST REQUEST
Please encourage others to register! Each year has grown in participation and fundraising, and we need your help to make this year the best yet. Here are some suggestions of other people you can convince to join you: relatives, friends, neighbors, strangers, barista at Starbucks, long lost twin, the kids from Stranger Things.
Looking forward to seeing y'all on Saturday, March 14th — get ready to CRUSH it!