From 9:00AM to 2:00PM

Pink spirit will be everywhere as competitive athletes and not-so-competitive walkers and runners participate in the Gloria Gemma Run/Walk Series. The series begins at 9am with the Kids Fun Run, a sprint down the hill on Francis Street open to children ages 5-12. At 10am, the Pink Pump Palooza a 50-yard dash will kick off. Grab your pink pumps and join local companies and politicians cross the finish line. At 11am, 5K participants wearing “pink spirit” will race and walk their way through historic downtown Providence. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest times and highest fundraisers. Register today!

Saturday, September 30 – October 1, Sunday Gloria Gemma's annual, 2 day, Flames of Hope: Celebration of Life™ weekend is our largest most anticipated event of the year, taking place in Downtown Providence, Rhode Island. The weekend will include Passport to Wellness, Celebration Village, a poignant ceremony at the State House and a Run/Walk Series on Sunday. The weekend has activities for all ages. http://www.gloriagemma.org/ Weekend Schedule: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Passport to Wellness - Omni Providence Downtown | 8am-2pm Celebration of Life Festival - Station Park | 3pm-Midnight Illuminations of Life Ceremony - RI State House Steps | Dusk VIP Pink Party – Station Park | 8pm SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 Gloria Gemma Run/Walk Series - Downtown Providence | 8am – 2pm