Half Way to Dot Day 5k
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Past event
9:00 AM EST
Dorchester Center, Massachusetts
$25.00 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive and fun-filled day at the Half Way to Dot Day 5K on Saturday, December 9th, 2023! This exciting family-friendly road race will take place in the beautiful DCR's Pope John Paul II Park in Dorchester Center, Suffolk, starting at 9 AM. Runners of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in this certified and sanctioned event by USA Track and Field New England. The fast and flat 5K course, which measures 3.1 miles, will be adorned with holiday cheer, including festively decorated water tables and carolers to keep your spirits high as you run.
Registration is just $25 for adults and teenagers aged 12+, while youth under 12 are encouraged to make a donation of at least $5 to support scholarships for Dorchester youth pursuing post-secondary education and trades. After the race, join the celebration at Florian Hall, where you can explore local vendors and maybe even catch a glimpse of Santa himself! Don't miss out on this community-driven event that combines fitness, fun, and holiday spirit—mark your calendars for December 9th and get ready to run!
Registration is just $25 for adults and teenagers aged 12+, while youth under 12 are encouraged to make a donation of at least $5 to support scholarships for Dorchester youth pursuing post-secondary education and trades. After the race, join the celebration at Florian Hall, where you can explore local vendors and maybe even catch a glimpse of Santa himself! Don't miss out on this community-driven event that combines fitness, fun, and holiday spirit—mark your calendars for December 9th and get ready to run!
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$25.00
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EVENT INFORMATION
Come join us for the annual Halfway to Dot Day 5k Road Race on Saturday, December 14th, 2024! This is a family friendly run for all ages and abilities along the paths of DCRs Pope John Paul Park in Dorchester and is certified and sanctioned by USA Track and Field New England.
The shotgun start is at 9am. Registration for adults and teenagers 12+ is just $25.
All youth under 12 are asked to make a donation of at least $5, of which 100% of the proceeds will be used for post-secondary and trades school scholarships for Dorchester youth.
Join us after the race at Florian Hall where there will be local vendors and perhaps a visit from old Saint Nick himself!!
THE COURSE
A fast and flat 5k (3.1 miles) inside of DCR's Pope John Paul II Park. Runners will start near the Hilltop Street entrance and pass by festively decorated water tables and carolers along the way.
BIB PICK UP
Bib Packets will be available for EARLY PICK-UP on Friday December 13th from 5:00-8:00 pm - location to be shared soon!
Participants may also pick up their packets at Florian Hall Saturday morning beginning at 7:30am.Registration will be available at early-pick up as well as the morning of the race (until 8:30 am) until we are full.
PARKING
Parking is available at the Walgreens Parking Lot (757 Gallivan Boulevard) and adjacent streets in the area. Candy Cane Lane will safely and quickly lead you from Walgreens through the park to the starting line. There is limited parking at Florian Hall and no parking in the McKeon Post parking lot.
Come join us for the annual Halfway to Dot Day 5k Road Race on Saturday, December 14th, 2024! This is a family friendly run for all ages and abilities along the paths of DCRs Pope John Paul Park in Dorchester and is certified and sanctioned by USA Track and Field New England.
The shotgun start is at 9am. Registration for adults and teenagers 12+ is just $25.
All youth under 12 are asked to make a donation of at least $5, of which 100% of the proceeds will be used for post-secondary and trades school scholarships for Dorchester youth.
Join us after the race at Florian Hall where there will be local vendors and perhaps a visit from old Saint Nick himself!!
THE COURSE
A fast and flat 5k (3.1 miles) inside of DCR's Pope John Paul II Park. Runners will start near the Hilltop Street entrance and pass by festively decorated water tables and carolers along the way.
BIB PICK UP
Bib Packets will be available for EARLY PICK-UP on Friday December 13th from 5:00-8:00 pm - location to be shared soon!
Participants may also pick up their packets at Florian Hall Saturday morning beginning at 7:30am.Registration will be available at early-pick up as well as the morning of the race (until 8:30 am) until we are full.
PARKING
Parking is available at the Walgreens Parking Lot (757 Gallivan Boulevard) and adjacent streets in the area. Candy Cane Lane will safely and quickly lead you from Walgreens through the park to the starting line. There is limited parking at Florian Hall and no parking in the McKeon Post parking lot.
Location
55 Hallet Street, Dorchester, 02124, MA, United States
Half Way to Dot Day 5k
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