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 an exciting day of community spirit and athleticism at the Thoreau Road Race on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in beautiful Concord, Middlesex! This beloved event returns, offering participants a chance to engage in a fun-filled 5k run suitable for all ages, starting at 9 AM. Young runners can also join in the excitement with a special Kids Run, covering approximately 0.8 miles, kicking off at 10 AM. Both races will start and finish right in front of Thoreau Elementary School, located at 29 Prairie Street, Concord, MA.
Join us as we come together to support Thoreau Elementary School, with all proceeds going directly to benefit this wonderful institution. Don’t miss the chance to snag a Thoreau School Road Race t-shirt if you register before May 1st, while supplies last! Early packet pickup is available on Friday, May 15, from 3 to 4 PM, to help you save time on race day. Parking will be available in the surrounding neighborhood, ensuring a convenient experience for all attendees. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a good cause!
Join us as we come together to support Thoreau Elementary School, with all proceeds going directly to benefit this wonderful institution. Don’t miss the chance to snag a Thoreau School Road Race t-shirt if you register before May 1st, while supplies last! Early packet pickup is available on Friday, May 15, from 3 to 4 PM, to help you save time on race day. Parking will be available in the surrounding neighborhood, ensuring a convenient experience for all attendees. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a good cause!
Organiser's Description
THE THOREAU SCHOOL ROAD RACE IS BACK! WE'RE EXCITED TO OFFER THIS EVENT AGAIN IN 2025.
Race Details
- Sunday May 17th, 2025
- 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, 2025
- 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.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.50
OPENS 23 MAR -
Kids Run (~.8 Miles)
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$18.50
OPENS 23 MAR
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