Pink trainers, t-shirts and community spirit are all coming together to hit the Malaga province this month as part of the annual “Marea Rosa,”, several areas are preparing to host solidarity walks and there is still time to sign up and be part of it.
Known locally as Marea Rosa — meaning “Pink Tide” — the walks are organised by the Spanish Association Against Cancer, better known as the AECC as part of the charity’s province-wide campaign, Nos lo tomamos a pecho, or “We take it to heart”.
Where and when to walk
Anyone hoping to take part can choose from the following events:
Saturday 17 October: Antequera.
Sunday 18 October: Fuengirola and Mijas.
Sunday 18 October: Torremolinos.
Sunday 18 October: Benalmadena.
Sunday 18 October:Coin.
Torremolinos has confirmed the fullest arrangements so far. Its non-competitive 4.4-kilometre walk begins at 10am from Avenida Marife de Triana and finishes at Plaza del Remo. Classic cars and motorbikes will accompany walkers, with music and dancing planned at the finish. Registration costs €10, including a race bib and T-shirt, with proceeds going towards cancer research. Registration is available at the local AECC office, Calle Angel Carazo Gomez, 3, or by calling 660 466 736 or 695 407 473
For the other events, organisers have confirmed the dates and towns but not public start times or routes as yet. Participants should contact their nearest AECC branch for meeting points, registration details and exact timings.
Support beyond treatment
Breast cancer affects far more than medical appointments and treatment plans. This year’s AECC campaign focuses on the emotional and practical needs of people living with the disease, as well as the importance of research, information and community support.
More than 150 activities are taking place across Malaga province during October, including information stands in more than 25 local areas.
World Breast Cancer Day
Many of the walks take place around Breast Cancer Awareness Month and World Breast Cancer Day on Monday, October 19, a global awareness day dedicated to supporting people affected by breast cancer, encouraging early detection and funding research.
Malaga city will mark the date with an interactive street event on Calle Marques de Larios, organised with the La Caixa Foundation. Residents unable to join a walk can still show their support by visiting the event, wearing pink or donating to a local breast cancer charity.
For anyone interested in digging out their pink outfits and supporting the walks, checking directly with the relevant local AECC branch is the best way to confirm final details before setting out.