2024 Kennedy Community Health 5k Walk & Run & Wheel at Polar Park

Sunday, August 11, 2024 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Worcester, Massachusetts

$11.60–$16.90 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of community spirit and fun at the 2024 Kennedy Community Health 5K Walk & Run & Wheel, taking place on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at the beautiful Polar Park in Worcester! This exciting event, now in its fourth year, invites participants of all ages to join in on the action with a scenic 5K run that loops through the vibrant Canal District and Downtown Worcester. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, there’s something for everyone, including a 1/4 mile walking option around the warning track for those who prefer to stay within the park.

The day kicks off at 9:30 AM for runners and 9:40 AM for walkers, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Bring the whole crew and enjoy appearances from beloved local mascots, along with a special kids fun run! Participants can register as teams for added camaraderie and a friendly competition. Plus, everyone who registers will be entered into a raffle for exciting prizes, with winners announced during the awards ceremony right after the event. Don’t miss out on this chance to support community health while enjoying a fun-filled day outdoors! Remember, online registration closes at noon on Saturday, August 10

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2024 Kennedy Community Health Annual 5k Walk & Run & Wheel at Polar Park

Incl. $1.90 Fee &

Free t-shirts* are included with registration. Registration opens at 8:30 AM. Run starts at 9:30 AM. *Sizes are available on a first come, first serve basis and will be distributed upon registration on the morning of the race.

9:00 AM EDT

$16.90

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2024 Kennedy Community Health Annual 5k Walk at Polar Park

Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM EDT

$11.60

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Organiser's description

Kennedy Community Health is pleased to partner with its friends at the WooSox to bring its annual 5K walk & run at Polar Park for the 4th year in a row on Sunday, August 11, 2024! ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT NOON ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH.

The event will feature a 5K run loop that brings participants down and around the Canal District and Downtown areas of Worcester. Walkers will have the opportunity to join the runners out on the roads for the official 5K course, or stay within Polar Park and walk 1/4 mile laps around the warning track on the field. As a family-friendly event, we will have appearances from our favorite hometown mascots and kids will have the opportunity to participate in a kids fun run.

Families, friends, and colleagues are encouraged to join the event as teams for a friendly competition. All registered participants will be automatically entered into a raffle for fun prizes. Prizes will be presented during the awards ceremony immediately following the end of the walk.

Race details:

Sunday, August 11th

9:30 AM run start; 9:40 AM walk start

$10 walkers, $15 runners

All ages welcome! Stroller- and wheelchair friendly options will be available.