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5K
5 km
Start: 05:00 AM
Steps for a Cure 5k: In Honor of James DiGiovanna
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About
Join Project Purple for a 5K run and walk in memory of James DiGiovanna, supporting early detection and a cure for pancreatic cancer. The event is held at Heckscher State Park in East Islip, NY, with both in-person and virtual participation options.
Catering & aid stations
On-course hydration and light refreshments (e.g., water, sports drinks, fruit) provided at aid stations.
Pacers
Pacers will be available for the 5K; refer to the event schedule on race day for specific start times and pacing groups.
Results
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- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in East Islip
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan38°28°
↑ 07:16
↓ 16:50
Feb40°28°
↑ 06:48
↓ 17:27
Mar46°34°
↑ 07:05
↓ 19:00
Apr55°43°
↑ 06:14
↓ 19:33
May64°53°
↑ 05:36
↓ 20:04
Jun73°63°
↑ 05:22
↓ 20:27
Jul80°70°
↑ 05:35
↓ 20:23
Aug79°70°
↑ 06:04
↓ 19:52
Sep73°64°
↑ 06:35
↓ 19:03
Oct63°54°
↑ 07:05
↓ 18:13
Nov53°43°
↑ 06:41
↓ 16:36
Dec44°34°
↑ 07:11
↓ 16:27
What's included in entry
- Event T-shirt
- Race Bib
- Post-Race Celebration
FAQ
In-person or virtual?
Participate in-person at Heckscher State Park or virtually from anywhere.
What funds support?
Proceeds support early detection and research toward a cure for pancreatic cancer in memory of James DiGiovanna.
Is registration open on race day?
Yes, Day of Registration is available onsite; walk-up registration begins at 8:00 AM.
What's included?
Event T-shirt, race bib, and post-race celebration.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:18:25 AM
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