Stride Along the Tide 5K
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Nahant Lowlands Park, Massachusetts
- Price $33.63
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Stride Along the Tide 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, in the beautiful coastal town of Nahant, Essex! This exciting family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to run or walk along the stunning shoreline, all while supporting a great cause. Starting at 8:30 AM at Nahant Lowlands Park, this 5K race is designed to promote health, wellness, and community spirit.
With registration options that include a special "Family Rate" for households, it's the perfect opportunity for parents, kids, and siblings to get active together. Enjoy post-race refreshments, awards for top finishers in each age category, and a guaranteed T-shirt for those who register before April 18th. All proceeds go towards the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund, making a significant impact by providing access to essential programs like child care and health initiatives for everyone in the community. Join us for a memorable day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy!
With registration options that include a special "Family Rate" for households, it's the perfect opportunity for parents, kids, and siblings to get active together. Enjoy post-race refreshments, awards for top finishers in each age category, and a guaranteed T-shirt for those who register before April 18th. All proceeds go towards the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund, making a significant impact by providing access to essential programs like child care and health initiatives for everyone in the community. Join us for a memorable day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
Run for a cause. Run with the Y. Join the Demakes Family YMCA's Stride Along the Tide 5K and help support your community. This family-friendly run/walk takes you along the gorgeous coastline of Nahant. Registration includes post-race refreshments and prizes for runners in every age category. All proceeds support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone.
NEW this year! Our "Family Rate" allows 4 participants from the same family household to register together for just $100. This rate is for family members only-- perfect for parents, kids, and siblings ready to get active together!
RACE DETAILS:
Saturday, May 9th, 8:30am Race Start
Packet pick-up for Pre-Registered Runners: 7:00am
Race day registration: 7:00am
Where: Nahant Lowlands Park, Nahant, MA 01908
PARKING: Limited free parking available at Lowlands Park, overflow parking is available in the DCR parking lot
PACKET PICK-UP:
Friday, May 8th, 3:00pm-6:00pm
Demakes Family YMCA, 40 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA 01902
RACE FEATURES:
Chip Timing by Bay State Race Services
Post race refreshments
Awards to the top finishers in each age group
T-shirt guaranteed to those who register prior to April 18th
The YMCA of Metro North Road Race Series raises funds for a variety of charitable activities that benefit our community. Participants in our four unique 5K races run or walk to support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund and raise money to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone. In 2025 the YMCA of Metro North provided more $3 million in financial aid providing all children, adults and families with opportunities to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body regardless of income.
*Please note - no refunds will be processed after the T-shirt deadline.
NEW this year! Our "Family Rate" allows 4 participants from the same family household to register together for just $100. This rate is for family members only-- perfect for parents, kids, and siblings ready to get active together!
RACE DETAILS:
Saturday, May 9th, 8:30am Race Start
Packet pick-up for Pre-Registered Runners: 7:00am
Race day registration: 7:00am
Where: Nahant Lowlands Park, Nahant, MA 01908
PARKING: Limited free parking available at Lowlands Park, overflow parking is available in the DCR parking lot
PACKET PICK-UP:
Friday, May 8th, 3:00pm-6:00pm
Demakes Family YMCA, 40 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA 01902
RACE FEATURES:
Chip Timing by Bay State Race Services
Post race refreshments
Awards to the top finishers in each age group
T-shirt guaranteed to those who register prior to April 18th
The YMCA of Metro North Road Race Series raises funds for a variety of charitable activities that benefit our community. Participants in our four unique 5K races run or walk to support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund and raise money to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone. In 2025 the YMCA of Metro North provided more $3 million in financial aid providing all children, adults and families with opportunities to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body regardless of income.
*Please note - no refunds will be processed after the T-shirt deadline.
Races
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Stride Along the Tide 5K
Incl. $3.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$33.63
Stride Along the Tide 5k Saturday, May 9, 2026 Demakes Family YMCA Nahant Lowlands Park, Nahant MA
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