Registration has now opened for the 2023 Chemo Noir 1 Mile & Tasting Event set for June 17 beginning at 10 a.m.
The fundraising event is an area tradition that is unique because it combines both running enthusiasts and wine aficionados under one roof.
They will take part in the event with the sole purpose of continuing to help Chemo Noir achieve its mission of providing financial aid and support for those battling cancer.
It is such a unique event that it has become known as the “classiest one-mile fun run,” which is something Chemo Noir founder Kat Casey is proud of as it is the goal of the nonprofit to come up with wine-centric social events to serve as fundraisers.
Check-ins on race day will begin at 10 a.m. with the race scheduled for 11 a.m. with the start line near the Jacksonville Beach Pier and going down the beach.
The course will be highlighted by the half mile turn, which will be dedicated to Tara Newton Richardson, who was one of the first Chemo Noir supporters and friends of the nonprofit.
Following the run will be the festive wine tasting event held in the Casa Marina courtyard. The tasting will last from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. as people will have the opportunity to mingle and discuss both the run they just finished while promoting the goals of the organization.
All participants will receive a signature Chemo Noir hat that commemorates the race.
It is the second marquee event of the year for the nonprofit with the Chemo Noir Caddyshack Cocktail Party that took place in February.
According to Casey, the event raised more than $50,000 during the cocktail party, which was held at 3 Palms Grille and The Yards in Ponte Vedra Beach.
The night included an array of auction items for attendees to bid on provided by local sponsors and supporters of the event, as well as a selection of wine and food to choose from.
It was a festive night, with some attendees even dressing up in their best retro golf attire to go all out and fit the Caddyshack theme of the event.
