Janis Bresnahan 5K for Education
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Ayer, Massachusetts
- Price $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Janis Bresnahan 5K for Education, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Ayer, Middlesex! This vibrant community event will kick off at the Ayer Shirley Regional High School, with registration beginning at 10:00 AM. Participants can look forward to a variety of activities throughout the day, including a Tot Trot at 10:30 AM, a 2K Fun Run, and a 2 Mile Walk starting at 11:00 AM, leading up to the main event—the 5K Run at noon.
With age categories for the 5K Run ranging from under 10 to 60+, everyone has a chance to compete and win! Prizes of $100 await the first male and female finishers, along with awards for top finishers in each age group. Don't miss out on the fun activities for kids and the chance to enjoy a delicious lunch after the race. Registration fees are affordable, and the first 300 participants will receive a stylish short sleeve t-shirt—so be sure to register early! Join us for a day of healthy competition, community spirit, and educational support!
With age categories for the 5K Run ranging from under 10 to 60+, everyone has a chance to compete and win! Prizes of $100 await the first male and female finishers, along with awards for top finishers in each age group. Don't miss out on the fun activities for kids and the chance to enjoy a delicious lunch after the race. Registration fees are affordable, and the first 300 participants will receive a stylish short sleeve t-shirt—so be sure to register early! Join us for a day of healthy competition, community spirit, and educational support!
Organiser's Description
The start and finish will be at the Ayer Shirley Regional High School, located at 141 Washington St. in Ayer, MA.
Registration and Volunteer check-in are at the Ayer Shirley Regional High School.
Registration/Sign-In: 10:00 AM (located at the High School)
Kids Activities: 11:00 AM (activities run throughout the event)
Tot Trot: 10:30 AM
2 Mile Walk and 2K Fun Run: 11:00 AM
5K Run and Lunch: Noon
Awards ceremony following the finish of 5K.
Events:
5K Run - Age Categories: Under 10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
2K Fun Run - Open to all ages
2 Mile Walk - Open to all ages
Registration Fees:
$25 preregistration for the 2K Fun Run, 5K Run & Walk
$30 registration on race day for the run and fun run & walk
$15 for Tot Trot
Register Early! Only the first 300 registered runners/walkers will receive a short sleeve t-shirt. We encourage early registration, as it will allow us to plan accordingly.
Prizes:
$100 will go to the first place male and female overall finishers for the 5 kilometer run.
Prizes will also be given out to the top finishers in all age categories!
The 2K Fun Run & Walk are non-competitive.
Registration and Volunteer check-in are at the Ayer Shirley Regional High School.
Registration/Sign-In: 10:00 AM (located at the High School)
Kids Activities: 11:00 AM (activities run throughout the event)
Tot Trot: 10:30 AM
2 Mile Walk and 2K Fun Run: 11:00 AM
5K Run and Lunch: Noon
Awards ceremony following the finish of 5K.
Events:
5K Run - Age Categories: Under 10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
2K Fun Run - Open to all ages
2 Mile Walk - Open to all ages
Registration Fees:
$25 preregistration for the 2K Fun Run, 5K Run & Walk
$30 registration on race day for the run and fun run & walk
$15 for Tot Trot
Register Early! Only the first 300 registered runners/walkers will receive a short sleeve t-shirt. We encourage early registration, as it will allow us to plan accordingly.
Prizes:
$100 will go to the first place male and female overall finishers for the 5 kilometer run.
Prizes will also be given out to the top finishers in all age categories!
The 2K Fun Run & Walk are non-competitive.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 17th May 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$27.50
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2-Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 17th May 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSED -
2K Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 17th May 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSED
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Ayer Shirley Regional High School, 141 Washington St, Ayer, 01432, MA, United States
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