Hundreds unite in colourful show at annual Pink Run

The Slipways were awash with colour on Sunday 8 October as hundreds of runners covered themselves head-to-toe in powder for Cancer Focus NI’s famous annual Pink Run, proudly sponsored by Dale Farm.

The event, now in its eighth year, saw participants complete a non-competitive 5km and 10km fun run through Belfast’s iconic Titanic Quarter. Open to all ages and abilities with men, women, children and even pets taking part.

Organised as part of the charity’s wider breast cancer awareness month campaign, proceeds from the sponsored run will go towards funding local breast cancer support services such as counselling, support groups, and specialist bra and swimwear fitting.

Speaking about the Pink Run, Maeve Colgan, Director, Fundraising and Communications, Cancer Focus NI, said:

“Year on year we are overwhelmed by how many people come together to be covered in pink powder for a fantastic cause. Helping us to raise awareness of breast cancer and our complimentary support services, almost 500 runners, volunteers, and supporters came together this year to fundraise for our charity. I’d like to thank everyone who has taken part and would encourage people and businesses across Northern Ireland to Go Pink throughout October and help us reach even more local women and families with our vital services.”

To Go Pink for Cancer Focus NI, visit https://cancerfocusni.org