Race Preview: 2015 Girlfriends Run for a Cure Races October 11th
The race will be held on Sunday, October 11th at 1011 Broadway Street in Vancouver. Ladies can choose from a Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) or a Half Marathon (13.1 miles) and there’s even a Kids Mini Marathon. The run starts at 9am and there’s usually a fun group warm-up to get everyone warmed up and in the spirit. All participants receive a technical shirt, finisher’s gift and post-race food, drinks and festivities. Firefighters are at the finish line to congratulate everyone and pass out the finisher’s gift. It’s always a fun surprise to see what that gift is going to be, no traditional medals with this one. The gifts are unique and usually practical, which I love.

Girlfriends Run for a Cure
Besides the firefighters waiting at the finish line, there will be other goodies as well. Dirty Hands Brewing Company will provide soup and beer/wine samples for the over 21 crowd. There will be chocolate, fudge and cupcakes at the finish line and massages are available. Register and lace up to help women with breast cancer. Get a group of friends together or come out and make some new ones. Day of registration is not available, so register online by October 10th. The Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon are $80 for girlfriends and $500 for the Pink Brigade. The Kids Mini Marathon is $30. This event is truly special and I think every woman needs to run/walk it at least once. Make sure to look for Bib #1, and give her a special shout out, since she’s the reason this event started in the first place.
9th Annual Girlfriends Run for a Cure
Quarter Marathon/Half Marathon
Sunday, October 11th
1011 Broadway Street in Vancouver