17th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K
- Date Sat 10th January 2026
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Lexington, Massachusetts
- Price $44.35
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 17th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in beautiful Lexington, Middlesex! This exhilarating in-person event kicks off at 11:00 AM at Lexington High School, promising a fast and flat course through the historic streets of Lexington, MA. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a walking enthusiast, all are welcome to participate in this USATF-sanctioned race, which features chip timing and awards for the top finishers in various categories, including cancer patients and survivors.
Participants can look forward to receiving a long sleeve technical t-shirt if they register by December 18, 2025. Make sure to pick up your race packet on January 9 or on race day for a chance to enjoy special discounts at local shops. The Resolution Run not only offers a fantastic running experience but also supports a great cause, raising funds for innovative cancer research and patient support programs. Lace up your shoes and get ready to make a difference while enjoying a spirited day of fitness and community on January 10!
Participants can look forward to receiving a long sleeve technical t-shirt if they register by December 18, 2025. Make sure to pick up your race packet on January 9 or on race day for a chance to enjoy special discounts at local shops. The Resolution Run not only offers a fantastic running experience but also supports a great cause, raising funds for innovative cancer research and patient support programs. Lace up your shoes and get ready to make a difference while enjoying a spirited day of fitness and community on January 10!
Organiser's Description
IN-PERSON 5K RACE INFORMATION (see _Virtual 5K Race Information below_)
DATE/TIME
January 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM
LOCATION
Start and finish in front of Lexington High School, Field House
ABOUT
Fast, flat 5K course [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/134771411] through historic Lexington MA - USATF sanctioned - Walkers welcome - Chip timed - Awards for in-person top 3 males, top 3 females, top 3 male cancer patients/survivors, top 3 female cancer patients/survivors, top 3 teams and age group winners - Long sleeve, technical t-shirt guaranteed to participants who register by December 18, 2025.
RACE PACKET PICKUP
_Advance_: Friday, January 9, 2026, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Marathon Sports, 1728 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA. During this time only, show your race bib to enjoy 20% off Marathon Sports in-store purchases. Some exclusions apply. No early birds please.
_Race-Day_: Saturday, January 10, 2026, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM at Lexington High School, Field House, 251 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA
RESULTS + AWARDS
Race results will be emailed and texted to in-person participants who opt-in during registration. Race results will also be posted here [https://www.resolutionrun2kickcancer.org/results] post-race. Individual and team awards for in-person winners will be announced during a post-race awards ceremony.
PARKING
There are parking lots in front and back of Lexington High School for use during the race. Additional parking is available in the following locations as well as on neighborhood side streets:
* Along both sides of Worthen Road
* Town Pool Complex parking lot, near 80 Worthen Road
* Center Playground, at the intersection of Clark Street and Park Drive
* Lincoln Park on Lincoln Street.
Please do NOT park in the Hayden Recreation Centre lots located near the intersection of Worthen Road and Lincoln Street.
REMINDER
As a USATF-sanctioned race, no dogs or bikes are allowed on the course or in Lexington High School. All strollers must line up behind the runners and walkers at the in-person race start.
VIRTUAL 5K RACE INFORMATION
DATE/TIME
January 10-18, 2026 anytime and anywhere
LOCATION
Run or walk anywhere that is convenient and safe
RACE PACKET PICKUP
A link to a digital bib will be emailed to each virtual participant in advance of the race start. It can be downloaded and printed. A technical t-shirt will be mailed post-race to all virtual U.S. participants who register by December 18, 2025 and provide a correct and complete mailing address.
RESULTS + AWARDS
During registration, virtual participants will get instructions about how to submit self-timed race results. Virtual race results will also be posted here [https://www.resolutionrun2kickcancer.org/results] after the submission deadline.
CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS
The annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K in Lexington, MA raises money for innovative cancer research and patient support programs.
2025 race proceeds were directed to Metastatic Breast Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Caring For A Cure at Massachusetts General Hospital, and The Kiki Fund for Leptomeningeal Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Jimmy Fund.
2026 charity partners will be selected by April.
MORE INFORMATION
Contact us for additional information or to become a race volunteer or sponsor.
DATE/TIME
January 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM
LOCATION
Start and finish in front of Lexington High School, Field House
ABOUT
Fast, flat 5K course [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/134771411] through historic Lexington MA - USATF sanctioned - Walkers welcome - Chip timed - Awards for in-person top 3 males, top 3 females, top 3 male cancer patients/survivors, top 3 female cancer patients/survivors, top 3 teams and age group winners - Long sleeve, technical t-shirt guaranteed to participants who register by December 18, 2025.
RACE PACKET PICKUP
_Advance_: Friday, January 9, 2026, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Marathon Sports, 1728 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA. During this time only, show your race bib to enjoy 20% off Marathon Sports in-store purchases. Some exclusions apply. No early birds please.
_Race-Day_: Saturday, January 10, 2026, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM at Lexington High School, Field House, 251 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA
RESULTS + AWARDS
Race results will be emailed and texted to in-person participants who opt-in during registration. Race results will also be posted here [https://www.resolutionrun2kickcancer.org/results] post-race. Individual and team awards for in-person winners will be announced during a post-race awards ceremony.
PARKING
There are parking lots in front and back of Lexington High School for use during the race. Additional parking is available in the following locations as well as on neighborhood side streets:
* Along both sides of Worthen Road
* Town Pool Complex parking lot, near 80 Worthen Road
* Center Playground, at the intersection of Clark Street and Park Drive
* Lincoln Park on Lincoln Street.
Please do NOT park in the Hayden Recreation Centre lots located near the intersection of Worthen Road and Lincoln Street.
REMINDER
As a USATF-sanctioned race, no dogs or bikes are allowed on the course or in Lexington High School. All strollers must line up behind the runners and walkers at the in-person race start.
VIRTUAL 5K RACE INFORMATION
DATE/TIME
January 10-18, 2026 anytime and anywhere
LOCATION
Run or walk anywhere that is convenient and safe
RACE PACKET PICKUP
A link to a digital bib will be emailed to each virtual participant in advance of the race start. It can be downloaded and printed. A technical t-shirt will be mailed post-race to all virtual U.S. participants who register by December 18, 2025 and provide a correct and complete mailing address.
RESULTS + AWARDS
During registration, virtual participants will get instructions about how to submit self-timed race results. Virtual race results will also be posted here [https://www.resolutionrun2kickcancer.org/results] after the submission deadline.
CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS
The annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K in Lexington, MA raises money for innovative cancer research and patient support programs.
2025 race proceeds were directed to Metastatic Breast Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Caring For A Cure at Massachusetts General Hospital, and The Kiki Fund for Leptomeningeal Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Jimmy Fund.
2026 charity partners will be selected by April.
MORE INFORMATION
Contact us for additional information or to become a race volunteer or sponsor.
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Location
251 Waltham Street, Lexington, 02421, MA, United States
17th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K
