7th Annual Dreidel Dash 5k & Kids Races
- Date Sun 7th December 2025
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts
- Price $11.60 - $39.16
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the 7th Annual Dreidel Dash 5K & Kids Races on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in Wellesley Hills, Norfolk! This exciting event invites participants of all ages to join in the fun, celebrating the joy of Chanukah with a signature 5K race and delightful kids races. The 5K, which is chip-timed and covers a scenic 3.1-mile course, is perfect for both runners and walkers, while the Kiddie Dash and Junior Dash provide a fun experience for younger participants aged 10 and under.
The day kicks off with registration and bib pickup at 8:15 AM, leading into a pre-race assembly at 9:15 AM before the 5K starts at 9:30 AM. After the race, stick around for the awards ceremony celebrating the 5K runners, along with the Kiddie Dash and Junior Dash, where all finishers receive a prize! Don’t forget to wear your most festive Chanukah attire for a chance to win in the costume contest, with awards for both solo and group costumes. Plus, the first 300 registrants and volunteers will receive a custom knit hat! Join
The day kicks off with registration and bib pickup at 8:15 AM, leading into a pre-race assembly at 9:15 AM before the 5K starts at 9:30 AM. After the race, stick around for the awards ceremony celebrating the 5K runners, along with the Kiddie Dash and Junior Dash, where all finishers receive a prize! Don’t forget to wear your most festive Chanukah attire for a chance to win in the costume contest, with awards for both solo and group costumes. Plus, the first 300 registrants and volunteers will receive a custom knit hat! Join
Organiser's Description
The 7th Annual TBE Dreidel Dash welcomes you to join us in celebrating the joy of Chanukah! Events include our signature 5k race and kids races. Stick around for our costume contest, food, fun, and activities for all ages! All proceeds benefit the TBE Youth Engagement Fund. This event is hosted by Temple Beth Elohim, and is open to all.
SCHEDULE:
8:15 AM: Registration and Bib Pickup
9:15 AM: Pre-Race Assembly
9:30 AM: Start of 5K Race for all runners/walkers
10:30 AM: Awards Ceremony for 5k Race
10:45 AM: Kiddie Dash and Junior Dash Kids Races
Award ceremony to follow kids races
DREIDEL DASH RACE SWAG:
The first 300 registrants and volunteers will receive a custom knit hat!
CHANUKAH COSTUME CONTEST:
Runners and non-runners come dressed in your most festive fun Chanukah attire! There will be an award given to the best solo AND the best group costume during the award ceremony.
RUN/WALK DETAILS:
Dreidel Dash 5K (all ages): Chip timed 5K (3.1 mile) walk/run course through neighboring streets near TBE, with a few gentle hills. Turns will be marked by guides and signs, water stops provided. Discounted pricing for youth 17 and under!
KIDDIE DASH (AGES 5 AND UNDER) & JUNIOR DASH (AGES 6-10):
TBE signature events for kids, with a course 1-2 laps around the TBE parking lot. All who finish win a prize and costumes are strongly encouraged!
BIB PICKUP:
Friday, December 5th from 3-6pm & Sunday December 7th beginning at 8:15 am
VOLUNTEERING:
Volunteers are needed to make this event a success! Click here to volunteer! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MA/WellesleyHills/DreidelDash5k]
PARKING:
Please arrive at TBE via Route 9, rather than via Walnut Street, and park on the neighborhood side streets. We hope to keep the Schofield School lot open for those who are less mobile. Carpooling encouraged!
BABYSITTING:
babysitting for children ages 0-10 will be provided at no charge during the 5K race! Registration in advance is required. Registration for Babysitting has now closed, please contact Aiden O'neal if you woud like to be added to a waitlist.
WATER BOTTLE DRIVE:
Tikkun olam, our Jewish mission to repair our world, extends to all of our programming. Please bring new or gently used reusable water bottles that will be donated to local food pantries.
SCHEDULE:
8:15 AM: Registration and Bib Pickup
9:15 AM: Pre-Race Assembly
9:30 AM: Start of 5K Race for all runners/walkers
10:30 AM: Awards Ceremony for 5k Race
10:45 AM: Kiddie Dash and Junior Dash Kids Races
Award ceremony to follow kids races
DREIDEL DASH RACE SWAG:
The first 300 registrants and volunteers will receive a custom knit hat!
CHANUKAH COSTUME CONTEST:
Runners and non-runners come dressed in your most festive fun Chanukah attire! There will be an award given to the best solo AND the best group costume during the award ceremony.
RUN/WALK DETAILS:
Dreidel Dash 5K (all ages): Chip timed 5K (3.1 mile) walk/run course through neighboring streets near TBE, with a few gentle hills. Turns will be marked by guides and signs, water stops provided. Discounted pricing for youth 17 and under!
KIDDIE DASH (AGES 5 AND UNDER) & JUNIOR DASH (AGES 6-10):
TBE signature events for kids, with a course 1-2 laps around the TBE parking lot. All who finish win a prize and costumes are strongly encouraged!
BIB PICKUP:
Friday, December 5th from 3-6pm & Sunday December 7th beginning at 8:15 am
VOLUNTEERING:
Volunteers are needed to make this event a success! Click here to volunteer! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MA/WellesleyHills/DreidelDash5k]
PARKING:
Please arrive at TBE via Route 9, rather than via Walnut Street, and park on the neighborhood side streets. We hope to keep the Schofield School lot open for those who are less mobile. Carpooling encouraged!
BABYSITTING:
babysitting for children ages 0-10 will be provided at no charge during the 5K race! Registration in advance is required. Registration for Babysitting has now closed, please contact Aiden O'neal if you woud like to be added to a waitlist.
WATER BOTTLE DRIVE:
Tikkun olam, our Jewish mission to repair our world, extends to all of our programming. Please bring new or gently used reusable water bottles that will be donated to local food pantries.
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