Katie’s 5K Scholarship Road Race
- Date Mon 26th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Boylston, Massachusetts
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the annual Katie’s 5K Scholarship Road Race on Monday, May 26, 2025, in the charming town of Boylston, Worcester. This exciting event is part of the Memorial Day celebrations and promises a fantastic day filled with community spirit, camaraderie, and the thrill of competition. Runners of all ages can participate in the scenic 5K race, set against the beautiful backdrop of Boylston Common.
This year, don't miss the chance to run with friends by creating or joining a team during registration. Prizes will be awarded to the top two fastest teams as well as to the team with the most participants, making this a perfect opportunity for friendly rivalry and teamwork. The race not only honors the memory of Katie Chalifoux, a beloved local teacher and community member, but also supports scholarships for talented female students from Tahanto Regional High School and contributions to Veterans Inc. in Worcester. Pre-registration is essential to secure your race shirt, so mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day of running and community togetherness!
This year, don't miss the chance to run with friends by creating or joining a team during registration. Prizes will be awarded to the top two fastest teams as well as to the team with the most participants, making this a perfect opportunity for friendly rivalry and teamwork. The race not only honors the memory of Katie Chalifoux, a beloved local teacher and community member, but also supports scholarships for talented female students from Tahanto Regional High School and contributions to Veterans Inc. in Worcester. Pre-registration is essential to secure your race shirt, so mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day of running and community togetherness!
Organiser's Description
The town of Boylston celebrates Memorial Day in style every year with events for the whole family. The common in Boylston is a beautiful location to enjoy the race and then spend time with your friends and family. There is no better location for Katies 5k!
SHIRTS WILL ONLY BE DISTRIBUTED TO THOSE WHO ARE PRE-REGISTERED!
TEAM INFORMATION
What's better then running alone? Running with friends! Be sure to create or join a team when you register this year. We will be awarding prizes to the Top 2 fastest teams (first 5 on a team to finish count toward the official the team time) as well as the team with the most number of participants!
WHY DO WE RUN?
Katie Chalifoux was born in October of 1984 to Janice and Robert Chalifoux. The youngest of five children, Katie spent her childhood in Boylston, surrounded by a closely-knit group of friends. At Tahanto Regional High School, Katie was not only a scholar, but she was also active in sports (soccer, basketball, and softball), music (clarinet and piano), and numerous extra-curricular activities (class officer, Model United Nations, and Student Council).
Katies full life came to an unexpected and tragic end in January of 2008, after she succumbed to complications following an accident in New York City. At the time of her death, Katie was working as a teacher at Wild Blue, an enrichment program for children on the upper east side of Manhattan. She loved life and was living out her dream of living in New York City. She was the epitome of living life to the fullest.
In 2008, the Boylston Memorial Day 5K race was renamed and reworked in Katies memory. Scholarships in Katie's name were setup for deserving female students from Tahanto Regional High School who were going on to a two or four year college degree program. The race also honors our veterans with donations to Veterans Inc. in Worcester.
In 2018, the Boylston Lions Club took stewardship of Katie's 5K and will work to continue the high quality race it has been in the past. The race now supports the Katie Chalifoux Scholarships, The Boylston Lions Club Scholarships, and donations to Veterans, Inc.
SHIRTS WILL ONLY BE DISTRIBUTED TO THOSE WHO ARE PRE-REGISTERED!
TEAM INFORMATION
What's better then running alone? Running with friends! Be sure to create or join a team when you register this year. We will be awarding prizes to the Top 2 fastest teams (first 5 on a team to finish count toward the official the team time) as well as the team with the most number of participants!
WHY DO WE RUN?
Katie Chalifoux was born in October of 1984 to Janice and Robert Chalifoux. The youngest of five children, Katie spent her childhood in Boylston, surrounded by a closely-knit group of friends. At Tahanto Regional High School, Katie was not only a scholar, but she was also active in sports (soccer, basketball, and softball), music (clarinet and piano), and numerous extra-curricular activities (class officer, Model United Nations, and Student Council).
Katies full life came to an unexpected and tragic end in January of 2008, after she succumbed to complications following an accident in New York City. At the time of her death, Katie was working as a teacher at Wild Blue, an enrichment program for children on the upper east side of Manhattan. She loved life and was living out her dream of living in New York City. She was the epitome of living life to the fullest.
In 2008, the Boylston Memorial Day 5K race was renamed and reworked in Katies memory. Scholarships in Katie's name were setup for deserving female students from Tahanto Regional High School who were going on to a two or four year college degree program. The race also honors our veterans with donations to Veterans Inc. in Worcester.
In 2018, the Boylston Lions Club took stewardship of Katie's 5K and will work to continue the high quality race it has been in the past. The race now supports the Katie Chalifoux Scholarships, The Boylston Lions Club Scholarships, and donations to Veterans, Inc.
Races
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5K - 12 and Up (In-Person)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 26th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
5K - 11 and Under (In-Person)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 26th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSED
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