Thoreau Road Race
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Concord, Massachusetts
- Price $18.50 - $33.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Thoreau Road Race on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, in beautiful Concord, Middlesex! This exciting event offers a thrilling 5k race for participants of all ages, kicking off at 9 AM, followed by a delightful Kids Run covering approximately 0.8 miles at 10 AM. The start and finish line will be in front of Thoreau Elementary School, located at 29 Prairie Street, Concord, MA 01742, making it a perfect family-friendly venue.
Join the community spirit and support Thoreau Elementary School, as all proceeds from the race go towards benefiting this local institution. Don't miss out on the chance to receive a limited-edition Thoreau School Road Race t-shirt if you pre-register before May 1st. For added convenience, early packet pickup will be available on Friday, May 15th, from 3 to 4 PM, so you can save time on race day! With awards presented at 10:30 AM, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with camaraderie and celebration. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of health, happiness, and community!
Join the community spirit and support Thoreau Elementary School, as all proceeds from the race go towards benefiting this local institution. Don't miss out on the chance to receive a limited-edition Thoreau School Road Race t-shirt if you pre-register before May 1st. For added convenience, early packet pickup will be available on Friday, May 15th, from 3 to 4 PM, so you can save time on race day! With awards presented at 10:30 AM, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with camaraderie and celebration. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of health, happiness, and community!
Organiser's Description
THE THOREAU SCHOOL ROAD RACE IS BACK! WE'RE EXCITED TO OFFER THIS EVENT AGAIN IN 2026.
Race Details
- Sunday May 17th, 2026
- 5k (All Ages): 9am
- Kids Run (~.8 miles): 10am
- Awards Ceremony: 10:30am
- Start/Finish of all races in front of Thoreau Elementary School, 29 Prairie Street, Concord, MA 01742. Parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood, with limited parking at the school itself.
- All proceeds benefit the Thoreau Elementary School.
Registration Details
- All participants who pre-registered before MAY 1ST WILL RECEIVE A THOREAU SCHOOL ROAD RACE T-SHIRT! We'll do our best to accommodate shirts/sizes for registrations after May 1st, but shirt availability and sizes are not guaranteed for registrations after this date.
- Registration is available on the morning of the race, at an increased fee.
- **Early Packet Pickup is available! Early registrants can pick up their packet on FRIDAY, MAY 15TH, from 3 TO 4PM in front of Thoreau Elementary School. Save time on race morning!**
- Packets may also be picked up on race morning.
Race Details
- Sunday May 17th, 2026
- 5k (All Ages): 9am
- Kids Run (~.8 miles): 10am
- Awards Ceremony: 10:30am
- Start/Finish of all races in front of Thoreau Elementary School, 29 Prairie Street, Concord, MA 01742. Parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood, with limited parking at the school itself.
- All proceeds benefit the Thoreau Elementary School.
Registration Details
- All participants who pre-registered before MAY 1ST WILL RECEIVE A THOREAU SCHOOL ROAD RACE T-SHIRT! We'll do our best to accommodate shirts/sizes for registrations after May 1st, but shirt availability and sizes are not guaranteed for registrations after this date.
- Registration is available on the morning of the race, at an increased fee.
- **Early Packet Pickup is available! Early registrants can pick up their packet on FRIDAY, MAY 15TH, from 3 TO 4PM in front of Thoreau Elementary School. Save time on race morning!**
- Packets may also be picked up on race morning.
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