Lace up for Dementia Awareness
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 11:30AM EDT
- Location Barre, Massachusetts
- Price $16.90
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting "Lace Up for Dementia Awareness" event on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Barre, Worcester! This vibrant community gathering features a 5K Run/Walk dedicated to raising awareness and support for individuals and families affected by dementia. Lace up your sneakers and be part of a transformative day filled with hope and education.
The event kicks off at 9:00 AM with a Health Fair that includes resource booths, wellness information, and educational presentations on brain health and dementia care. At 11:30 AM, participants will take their mark for the 5K, where every step helps to reduce stigma and promote early detection of dementia. Enjoy the chance to meet the amazing animals at Smoke Crest Farm Rescue and connect with caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals.
Whether you're running in honor of a loved one or simply looking to learn more about brain health, your participation makes a significant impact. With a registration fee of just $15 for pre-registration and $20 on the day of the event, along with a $10 admission fee for the Health Fair, you can help create a more informed and compassionate community. Together, let's run for memories, walk for hope, and raise awareness for dementia—
The event kicks off at 9:00 AM with a Health Fair that includes resource booths, wellness information, and educational presentations on brain health and dementia care. At 11:30 AM, participants will take their mark for the 5K, where every step helps to reduce stigma and promote early detection of dementia. Enjoy the chance to meet the amazing animals at Smoke Crest Farm Rescue and connect with caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals.
Whether you're running in honor of a loved one or simply looking to learn more about brain health, your participation makes a significant impact. With a registration fee of just $15 for pre-registration and $20 on the day of the event, along with a $10 admission fee for the Health Fair, you can help create a more informed and compassionate community. Together, let's run for memories, walk for hope, and raise awareness for dementia—
Organiser's Description
Join Smoke Crest Farm and Cornerstone Caregiving for a Health Fair & 5K for Dementia Awareness
Lace up your sneakers and help us raise awareness, support, and hope for individuals and families impacted by dementia. This family-friendly event combines a community health fair with a 5K walk/run dedicated to education, prevention, and compassionate care.
Event Highlights:
5K Run/Walk for Dementia Awareness
Resource booths and community organizations
Wellness information
Educational presentations on brain health and dementia care
A chance to meet the animals at Smoke Crest Farm Rescue and Animal Sanctuary
Opportunities to connect with caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals
Whether you're running in honor of a loved one, supporting a caregiver, or simply looking to learn more about brain health, your participation helps create a more informed and compassionate community.
Why We Run:
Dementia affects millions of individuals and families. Together, we can raise awareness, reduce stigma, promote early detection, and support those navigating the challenges of memory loss and cognitive decline.
Come walk, run, learn, and make a differenceone step at a time.
Because every memory matters.
Date: Saturday, September 26th
Time:
9:00-11:00- Health Fair
11:00- 11:30- Keynote speaker
11:30- Kick off to the Fun Run/ Walk 5K
Location: 830 Springhill Rd Barre, Ma
Registration Fee: pre- registration- $15/ day of event $20 for 5K, $10 admission fee for Health Fair
Run for Memories. Walk for Hope. Raise Awareness for Dementia.
If you are interested in becoming a vendor for the event, please complete this form. $25/ vendor- payments made to venmo https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSex2RWhSY3.../viewform...
Lace up your sneakers and help us raise awareness, support, and hope for individuals and families impacted by dementia. This family-friendly event combines a community health fair with a 5K walk/run dedicated to education, prevention, and compassionate care.
Event Highlights:
5K Run/Walk for Dementia Awareness
Resource booths and community organizations
Wellness information
Educational presentations on brain health and dementia care
A chance to meet the animals at Smoke Crest Farm Rescue and Animal Sanctuary
Opportunities to connect with caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals
Whether you're running in honor of a loved one, supporting a caregiver, or simply looking to learn more about brain health, your participation helps create a more informed and compassionate community.
Why We Run:
Dementia affects millions of individuals and families. Together, we can raise awareness, reduce stigma, promote early detection, and support those navigating the challenges of memory loss and cognitive decline.
Come walk, run, learn, and make a differenceone step at a time.
Because every memory matters.
Date: Saturday, September 26th
Time:
9:00-11:00- Health Fair
11:00- 11:30- Keynote speaker
11:30- Kick off to the Fun Run/ Walk 5K
Location: 830 Springhill Rd Barre, Ma
Registration Fee: pre- registration- $15/ day of event $20 for 5K, $10 admission fee for Health Fair
Run for Memories. Walk for Hope. Raise Awareness for Dementia.
If you are interested in becoming a vendor for the event, please complete this form. $25/ vendor- payments made to venmo https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSex2RWhSY3.../viewform...
Races
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Lace Up for Dementia Awareness
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 26th September 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
$16.90
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830 Springhill Rd, Barre, 01005, MA, United States
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