Palma cancer event draws 5,700 people to Mallorca streets in powerful show of support

Thousands of people took to the streets of Palma on Sunday, October 25, for a charity event supporting cancer research and those affected by the disease, with around 5,700 people participating in this year’s Mallorca En Marcha Contra el Cáncer.

Organised by the Spanish Association Against Cancer in the Balearic Islands, the 11th edition of the event brought together runners, families and walkers for a morning of sport and solidarity, with many participants wearing pink T-shirts.

Thousands unite for cancer fight

The event began on Avenida Antoni Maura, near Parc de la Mar, with an eight-kilometre race followed by a four-kilometre non-competitive walk through Palma.

More than 1,500 runners registered for the race, which started at 9.30am. The popular walk began at 11.30am, attracting thousands more people keen to show their support.

According to organisers, the event had attracted more than 4,200 registrations ahead of the day, with the final turnout reaching approximately 5,700 participants.

The annual initiative aims to raise funds for cancer research while supporting people living with the disease and their families.

Children join the solidarity event

Younger participants were also part of the programme, with dedicated children’s races for youngsters aged between three and 14.

Distances were adapted to different age groups, allowing children to take part alongside the wider community. Participants received commemorative medals and wristbands, while the event’s Pink Panther mascot added a family-friendly touch to the morning.

The children’s races formed part of a wider effort to make the event accessible to people of different ages and fitness levels, whether they wanted to compete, walk or simply support the cause.

Campaign highlights support for women with cancer

This year’s event also drew attention to the association’s ‘Nos lo tomamos a pecho’ campaign, which focuses on women living with cancer.

The initiative calls for patients to feel supported, listened to and properly informed throughout their treatment, while having a greater say in decisions about their care.

The large turnout highlighted the continued public support for cancer awareness and research across Mallorca, with participants coming together to help improve the lives of those affected by the disease.

The event forms part of the association’s October activities linked to breast cancer awareness, bringing the local community together around a cause that affects thousands of families.