Arlington Education Foundation 5K
- Date Sun 18th May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Arlington, Massachusetts
- Price $39.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Arlington Education Foundation 5K on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in beautiful Arlington, Middlesex! This vibrant community event celebrates the dedication of Arlington's students, teachers, and staff while raising funds to support innovative educational projects in local public schools. Open to participants of all ages, the 5K race will kick off at Hills Hill Field, with a scenic course that meanders along the picturesque Minuteman Bike Path and historic Massachusetts Avenue.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this uplifting event promises fun for everyone. Enjoy early bird registration for just $35 until April 8, 2025, and secure your chance to receive a personalized bib and race swag, including t-shirts for younger participants. With a commitment to community engagement and educational excellence, the Arlington Education Foundation 5K is more than just a race—it's an opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying a day of fitness and fellowship. Don’t miss out on this wonderful occasion to support education in Arlington!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this uplifting event promises fun for everyone. Enjoy early bird registration for just $35 until April 8, 2025, and secure your chance to receive a personalized bib and race swag, including t-shirts for younger participants. With a commitment to community engagement and educational excellence, the Arlington Education Foundation 5K is more than just a race—it's an opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying a day of fitness and fellowship. Don’t miss out on this wonderful occasion to support education in Arlington!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THE RUN AND AEF
The AEF 5K Run celebrates Arlingtons students, teachers, and staff who work tirelessly to create enriching and innovative educational experiences. All ages are welcome to participate. The proceeds from the run will be used to support innovative and creative new projects, as well as system-wide initiatives, that enhance the educational experience in Arlingtons Public Schools.
AEF depends entirely on individual donations and business sponsorships. The race plays a significant role in our community awareness and fundraising initiatives. The race course runs east along the Minuteman Bike Path before returning along Arlingtons historic Massachusetts Avenue. Arlington Education Foundation [https://www.aefma.org/] (AEF), is a 501(c)(3).
PLACE
Hill's Hill Field behind the Ed Burns Hockey Rink
422 Summer Street
Arlington, MA US 02474
REGISTRATION
Registration is open to all ages. Early bird pricing (until Tuesday, 4/8) is $35 per entrant. The race fee will increase to $45 per entrant after that date for all except for the ACE Boys+ In Motion and OMS running group members.
ARLINGTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION (ACE) BOYS (+) IN MOTION AND OMS (elementary & middle school programs) participants are eligible for a discount. This information will be sent to students participating in the running groups.
_Personalized bibs_ provided for all racers who register on/before Monday, 4/7.
There will be NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed to ensure that the AEF 5K is a safe and fun race experience for all participants! Please sign up to assist our Race Leadership Team on race day! If interested in volunteering, please sign up here.
RACE SWAG
* T-Shirts will be provided for all participants 14 years old and younger. Please specify the unisex t-shirt size when registering.
* Medals will be given to youth participants.
* Adults should register before April 28, 2025 for a t-shirt.
* Opting out of a t-shirt means your contribution to (AEF) will make more of an impact!
* Personalized bibs will be provided for all who register before/on 4/7/2025.
THE COURSE
The 5K run will start and end at Hills Hill Field, behind the Ed Burns Arena (422 Summer Street, Arlington, MA), with the course route shown below.
* After starting on the Hills Hill field, turn left (East) onto the Minuteman Bikeway.
* Continue East to Water Street.
* Turn right on Water Street and then a quick right (West) onto Massachusetts Ave.
* Bear right (West) from Massachusetts Ave. onto Lowell St.
* Turn right onto Mill Lane (which becomes Frazer Lane at the Schwamb Mill) to return to the Minuteman Bikeway.
* Continue East on the Minuteman Bike Path back to Hills Hill Field to the race finish.
BIB PICKUP
* Bib pickup is TBD
* NO RACE DAY PICKUP
AWARDS & RESULTS
* Awards will be given at 9:00 a.m.
* Chip timing will be coordinated by Second Wind Timing. Results will be posted and emailed to all participants and are viewable at www.secondwindresults.com [https://secondwindtiming.com/results]
PARKING
Parking is very limited. Arlington residents leave their cars at home and warm up as they run/walk to Hills Hill field. Please leave plenty of time to park on the neighboring streets. Do not block driveways or impede traffic.
SAFETY
The race will run unless extreme weather prevents safe conditions. There will be no refunds.
THE ARLINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION IS GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
The AEF 5K Run celebrates Arlingtons students, teachers, and staff who work tirelessly to create enriching and innovative educational experiences. All ages are welcome to participate. The proceeds from the run will be used to support innovative and creative new projects, as well as system-wide initiatives, that enhance the educational experience in Arlingtons Public Schools.
AEF depends entirely on individual donations and business sponsorships. The race plays a significant role in our community awareness and fundraising initiatives. The race course runs east along the Minuteman Bike Path before returning along Arlingtons historic Massachusetts Avenue. Arlington Education Foundation [https://www.aefma.org/] (AEF), is a 501(c)(3).
PLACE
Hill's Hill Field behind the Ed Burns Hockey Rink
422 Summer Street
Arlington, MA US 02474
REGISTRATION
Registration is open to all ages. Early bird pricing (until Tuesday, 4/8) is $35 per entrant. The race fee will increase to $45 per entrant after that date for all except for the ACE Boys+ In Motion and OMS running group members.
ARLINGTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION (ACE) BOYS (+) IN MOTION AND OMS (elementary & middle school programs) participants are eligible for a discount. This information will be sent to students participating in the running groups.
_Personalized bibs_ provided for all racers who register on/before Monday, 4/7.
There will be NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed to ensure that the AEF 5K is a safe and fun race experience for all participants! Please sign up to assist our Race Leadership Team on race day! If interested in volunteering, please sign up here.
RACE SWAG
* T-Shirts will be provided for all participants 14 years old and younger. Please specify the unisex t-shirt size when registering.
* Medals will be given to youth participants.
* Adults should register before April 28, 2025 for a t-shirt.
* Opting out of a t-shirt means your contribution to (AEF) will make more of an impact!
* Personalized bibs will be provided for all who register before/on 4/7/2025.
THE COURSE
The 5K run will start and end at Hills Hill Field, behind the Ed Burns Arena (422 Summer Street, Arlington, MA), with the course route shown below.
* After starting on the Hills Hill field, turn left (East) onto the Minuteman Bikeway.
* Continue East to Water Street.
* Turn right on Water Street and then a quick right (West) onto Massachusetts Ave.
* Bear right (West) from Massachusetts Ave. onto Lowell St.
* Turn right onto Mill Lane (which becomes Frazer Lane at the Schwamb Mill) to return to the Minuteman Bikeway.
* Continue East on the Minuteman Bike Path back to Hills Hill Field to the race finish.
BIB PICKUP
* Bib pickup is TBD
* NO RACE DAY PICKUP
AWARDS & RESULTS
* Awards will be given at 9:00 a.m.
* Chip timing will be coordinated by Second Wind Timing. Results will be posted and emailed to all participants and are viewable at www.secondwindresults.com [https://secondwindtiming.com/results]
PARKING
Parking is very limited. Arlington residents leave their cars at home and warm up as they run/walk to Hills Hill field. Please leave plenty of time to park on the neighboring streets. Do not block driveways or impede traffic.
SAFETY
The race will run unless extreme weather prevents safe conditions. There will be no refunds.
THE ARLINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION IS GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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