Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 4th October 2025 - Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Melrose, Massachusetts
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, at Pine Banks Park in Melrose, Middlesex. This uplifting event kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month and aims to raise awareness for a cause that affects approximately 1 in 8 women in the U.S. The race begins at 9 AM, with registration and check-in opening at 8 AM. Participants can choose to walk or run the 5K out-and-back course, which features a water station at the turnaround.
Registration fees start at just $35, with youth participants aged 12 and under running for free! Enjoy post-race festivities filled with snacks, drinks, music, and community spirit, featuring local sponsors like the Cravery food truck and Atomic Coffee Truck. Plus, redeem a complimentary drink at Sylvan Street Grille with your race bib to keep the celebration going! All proceeds from the event will benefit the Tufts Breast Health Center. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support breast cancer awareness while enjoying a fun-filled day in the community!
Registration fees start at just $35, with youth participants aged 12 and under running for free! Enjoy post-race festivities filled with snacks, drinks, music, and community spirit, featuring local sponsors like the Cravery food truck and Atomic Coffee Truck. Plus, redeem a complimentary drink at Sylvan Street Grille with your race bib to keep the celebration going! All proceeds from the event will benefit the Tufts Breast Health Center. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support breast cancer awareness while enjoying a fun-filled day in the community!
Organiser's Description
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS 5K SUPPORTING TUFTS BREAST HEALTH CENTER
DATE: SATURDAY, OCT 4TH
START TIME: 9AM (REG/CHECK IN OPENS AT 8AM)
DESCRIPTION: Join the Tufts Medical community for this inaugural run/walk at Pine Banks Park in Malden, MA to kick off breast cancer awareness month!
Every year, approx 1 in 8 women in the US will be diagnosed with breast cancer, making it one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. At Tufts Medical Center, we are committed to providing the most innovative care to those patients facing this diagnosis. This race aims to raise awareness and show support to the patients, family and friends that have been impacted by breast cancer.
Fee's:
$35 through 6.30
$40 through 8.31
$45 through 10.3 at 7PM
$50 on race day
***Youth 12 & Under are FREE! (Shirts sold separately)
****Virtual Run/Walk - $40 (Includes shirt)
PACKET PICKUP/RACE DAY REG: Opens on race day at 8AM at PINE BANKS PARK (FIELD BB2 LOCATED AT 69 MAIN ST, MELROSE MA)
Course: 5K course is an out and back route on the road. One water station will be offered at the turn around at the Ripley School parking lot.
Click here for an integrative course map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3051354?units=miles
SWAG: Short sleeve custom shirts are guaranteed to those registered by 9/22. Beyond that date sizes are not guaranteed.
Sizes are unisex, XS-3XL. *Those that are under 12 that wish to receive a race shirt can purchase one through registration.
Post Race Festivities: After crossing the finish line, participants and spectators can relax and enjoy the post race festivities including snacks, drinks, music and more. A slew of community sponsors will be on site for post race festivities including the Cravery food truck and the Atomic Coffee Truck!
**A big shout out to High5em's series wide, year long post race pour provider, The Sylvan Street Grille! You can continuing celebrating with fellow runners post race at Sylvan Street Grille! Choose from their Peabody or Salisbury location, anytime, all day! Just show them your race bib on the day of the event to redeem your much earned, free pour of beer or glass of wine!
Parking: Click here [https://www.pinebanks.org/visit/park-map/] for parking options
Volunteers: Want to participate, but not run or walk...consider volunteering. Click here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MA/Malden/BostonBreastCancerAwareness5K]
Beneficiaries: 100% of event proceeds will be allocated to the Tufts Breast Health Center
Sponsors: If you are a business or organization looking to sponsor please reach out to [email protected]
Weather: This event will take place rain or shine.
Event Contact: High5EM | 978-594-7050 | [email protected]
DATE: SATURDAY, OCT 4TH
START TIME: 9AM (REG/CHECK IN OPENS AT 8AM)
DESCRIPTION: Join the Tufts Medical community for this inaugural run/walk at Pine Banks Park in Malden, MA to kick off breast cancer awareness month!
Every year, approx 1 in 8 women in the US will be diagnosed with breast cancer, making it one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. At Tufts Medical Center, we are committed to providing the most innovative care to those patients facing this diagnosis. This race aims to raise awareness and show support to the patients, family and friends that have been impacted by breast cancer.
Fee's:
$35 through 6.30
$40 through 8.31
$45 through 10.3 at 7PM
$50 on race day
***Youth 12 & Under are FREE! (Shirts sold separately)
****Virtual Run/Walk - $40 (Includes shirt)
PACKET PICKUP/RACE DAY REG: Opens on race day at 8AM at PINE BANKS PARK (FIELD BB2 LOCATED AT 69 MAIN ST, MELROSE MA)
Course: 5K course is an out and back route on the road. One water station will be offered at the turn around at the Ripley School parking lot.
Click here for an integrative course map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3051354?units=miles
SWAG: Short sleeve custom shirts are guaranteed to those registered by 9/22. Beyond that date sizes are not guaranteed.
Sizes are unisex, XS-3XL. *Those that are under 12 that wish to receive a race shirt can purchase one through registration.
Post Race Festivities: After crossing the finish line, participants and spectators can relax and enjoy the post race festivities including snacks, drinks, music and more. A slew of community sponsors will be on site for post race festivities including the Cravery food truck and the Atomic Coffee Truck!
**A big shout out to High5em's series wide, year long post race pour provider, The Sylvan Street Grille! You can continuing celebrating with fellow runners post race at Sylvan Street Grille! Choose from their Peabody or Salisbury location, anytime, all day! Just show them your race bib on the day of the event to redeem your much earned, free pour of beer or glass of wine!
Parking: Click here [https://www.pinebanks.org/visit/park-map/] for parking options
Volunteers: Want to participate, but not run or walk...consider volunteering. Click here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MA/Malden/BostonBreastCancerAwareness5K]
Beneficiaries: 100% of event proceeds will be allocated to the Tufts Breast Health Center
Sponsors: If you are a business or organization looking to sponsor please reach out to [email protected]
Weather: This event will take place rain or shine.
Event Contact: High5EM | 978-594-7050 | [email protected]
Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk
