Good Grief VT 5K Run & Walk
- Date Sat 30th May 2026 - Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location South Burlington, Vermont
- Price $18.00 - $28.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Good Grief VT 5K Run & Walk, taking place from Saturday, May 30 to Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Veterans Memorial Park in South Burlington, Chittenden. This uplifting charity event welcomes both competitive runners and casual walkers to participate in a 5K course that combines flat stretches and hills, making it stroller and child-friendly. Whether you're honoring a personal experience or supporting someone in need, this community-focused event is a beautiful way to come together and foster compassion and connection.
Participants can also opt for a shorter 2K walk, while enjoying a day filled with fun activities, including live music from the Smokey Newfield Project, magic by Alyx the Magician, and, of course, complimentary Ben & Jerry's ice cream for all registered participants! With awards for various categories and opportunities to create or join teams, the Good Grief VT 5K is not only a chance to get active but also to make a meaningful impact. Don't miss out on this heartwarming event that benefits Empty Arms Vermont and supports families grieving pregnancy and infant loss. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable experience!
Participants can also opt for a shorter 2K walk, while enjoying a day filled with fun activities, including live music from the Smokey Newfield Project, magic by Alyx the Magician, and, of course, complimentary Ben & Jerry's ice cream for all registered participants! With awards for various categories and opportunities to create or join teams, the Good Grief VT 5K is not only a chance to get active but also to make a meaningful impact. Don't miss out on this heartwarming event that benefits Empty Arms Vermont and supports families grieving pregnancy and infant loss. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
JOIN EMPTY ARMS VERMONT FOR A 5K CHARITY RUN & WALK STARTING AND FINISHING AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK IN SOUTH BURLINGTON. This is a family-friendly event for both competitive and casual runners and walkers. After the race, stick around for free Ben & Jerrys ice cream, Alyx the Magician, music and time together. This 5K benefits the vision of Empty Arms Vermont, which is to foster a community of care, compassion and connection as families grieve pregnancy and infant loss.
Race Day Event Overview [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kRfIpDTvnIw5L9DnBXfbnnW6HwMYFrzw/view?usp=sharing]
5K Run & Walk: Open to both competitive runners and casual walkers. The course is a combination of flat and hills, stroller and child-friendly.
2K WALK: This shorter course is open to walkers only; stroller and child-friendly.
_TEAM BUILDING: To make or join a team, you can create or join a team to see who is participating with you. To become a FUNDRAISER, create or join a team fundraiser page!_
This is a whole community event! Whether you have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, are a supportive family member or friend, a medical provider, or a compassionate community member -- we invite you to this special community event!
* CHECK-IN AND BIB PICK-UP is from 950am
* PARKING: Free parking at Veterans Memorial Park! Overflow parking can be found at Faith United Methodist Church.
* THE RUN & WALK BEGINS AT 10:00AM FROM THE MAIN PAVILION. This course is a loop that follows the South Burlington bike path (pet & stroller/scooter friendly). Water and little snacks for kids will be available along the way.
* PLEASE STICK AROUND FROM 1100PM FOR:
AWARDS: We have some great prizes for the award categories: fastest overall, fastest female, fastest youth under 12 (male and female), highest fundraiser, and most team spirit!
BEN & JERRYS ICE CREAM TRUCK: All registered participants will receive a free scoop of ice cream. Any non-registered family & friends can purchase ice cream at the truck.
KID-FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT: Alyx the Magician!
LIVE MUSIC from Smokey Newfield Project!
The proceeds from the 5K Run & Walk benefits the vision of Empty Arms Vermont, which is to foster a community of support, compassion and connection as families grieve pregnancy and infant loss.
_Participants of all ages and paces are welcome to run or walk in-person, or choose our virtual 5K option. Youth 4-18 and under will receive a discounted rate. Children under 4 are free and don't need to register. Strollers and leashed pets are welcomed. Race Tshirts are available during registration before April 27._
ABOUT EMPTY ARMS
Empty Arms Vermont is a non-profit organization offering resources and support to families across Vermont who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, termination for medical reasons, or infant loss.
Race Day Event Overview [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kRfIpDTvnIw5L9DnBXfbnnW6HwMYFrzw/view?usp=sharing]
5K Run & Walk: Open to both competitive runners and casual walkers. The course is a combination of flat and hills, stroller and child-friendly.
2K WALK: This shorter course is open to walkers only; stroller and child-friendly.
_TEAM BUILDING: To make or join a team, you can create or join a team to see who is participating with you. To become a FUNDRAISER, create or join a team fundraiser page!_
This is a whole community event! Whether you have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, are a supportive family member or friend, a medical provider, or a compassionate community member -- we invite you to this special community event!
* CHECK-IN AND BIB PICK-UP is from 950am
* PARKING: Free parking at Veterans Memorial Park! Overflow parking can be found at Faith United Methodist Church.
* THE RUN & WALK BEGINS AT 10:00AM FROM THE MAIN PAVILION. This course is a loop that follows the South Burlington bike path (pet & stroller/scooter friendly). Water and little snacks for kids will be available along the way.
* PLEASE STICK AROUND FROM 1100PM FOR:
AWARDS: We have some great prizes for the award categories: fastest overall, fastest female, fastest youth under 12 (male and female), highest fundraiser, and most team spirit!
BEN & JERRYS ICE CREAM TRUCK: All registered participants will receive a free scoop of ice cream. Any non-registered family & friends can purchase ice cream at the truck.
KID-FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT: Alyx the Magician!
LIVE MUSIC from Smokey Newfield Project!
The proceeds from the 5K Run & Walk benefits the vision of Empty Arms Vermont, which is to foster a community of support, compassion and connection as families grieve pregnancy and infant loss.
_Participants of all ages and paces are welcome to run or walk in-person, or choose our virtual 5K option. Youth 4-18 and under will receive a discounted rate. Children under 4 are free and don't need to register. Strollers and leashed pets are welcomed. Race Tshirts are available during registration before April 27._
ABOUT EMPTY ARMS
Empty Arms Vermont is a non-profit organization offering resources and support to families across Vermont who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, termination for medical reasons, or infant loss.
Races
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5K Run & Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Commemorative T-Shirt
Sat 30th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS 02 DEC -
2K Walkers
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS 10 DEC -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$18.00
OPENS 30 NOV
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