Berna's Great Legs 5K for Women
- Date Thu 16th July 2026
- Time 6:15PM EDT
- Location Lowell, Massachusetts
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for Berna's Great Legs 5K for Women, taking place on Thursday, July 16, 2026, in the charming Belvidere neighborhood of Lowell, Middlesex. Celebrating its 44th year, this long-standing tradition is the second oldest women-only race in the nation, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities. Whether you prefer to run or walk, this fun-filled 5K course promises a spirited experience for everyone.
Gather your friends, mothers, daughters, and sisters to join in the excitement and camaraderie of this unique event. Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports a worthy cause, as 100% of net proceeds are donated to the House of Hope in Lowell, MA. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this empowering and community-focused celebration!
Gather your friends, mothers, daughters, and sisters to join in the excitement and camaraderie of this unique event. Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports a worthy cause, as 100% of net proceeds are donated to the House of Hope in Lowell, MA. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this empowering and community-focused celebration!
Organiser's Description
Come run in a local tradition! Bernas Great Legs 5k is a long established women-only race. Now in its 44th year, it is the second oldest continuously running womens only event in the country. This race is for women of all ages and abilities; both runners and walkers can sign up to enjoy the fun 5K course [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5636360200/] through the Belvidere neighborhood of Lowell. Bring your friends, mothers, daughters and sisters and come check out this amazing race.
This event is managed by the Greater Lowell Road Runners [https://www.glrr.net/] with all Timing and Race Management donated by Yankee Timing [http://yankeetiming.com/]. 100% of net proceeds from this race are donated to the House of Hope [https://houseofhopelowell.org/] in Lowell, MA.
This event is managed by the Greater Lowell Road Runners [https://www.glrr.net/] with all Timing and Race Management donated by Yankee Timing [http://yankeetiming.com/]. 100% of net proceeds from this race are donated to the House of Hope [https://houseofhopelowell.org/] in Lowell, MA.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Thu 16th July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$38.10
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5K Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Thu 16th July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$38.10
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Little Miss Fun Run (Ages 7 and Under)
Thu 16th July 2026 (6:15PM EDT)
Free
$5 Suggested Donation -
Sponsor a Student Runner
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Thu 16th July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$32.80
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Cawley Memorial Stadium, 424 Douglas Rd., Lowell, 01851, MA, United States
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