The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge

We hope you will join us for this year's Reading Lions Journey for Sight 5K!

The Reading Lions Club ("Club") and The Friends of Reading Recreation annually present a family-friendly 5K Road Race and 1 Mile Walk through central Reading. All proceeds from the race are donated to the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund (MLERF), and other local sight-related charities supported by the Club. MLERF finances basic eye research at world renowned institutions such as the Mass. Eye and Ear right here in Boston. Over the years, the Club has donated over $350,000 from the proceeds of this race to MLERF, and we are excited to continue these efforts in conjunction with the Friends of Reading Recreation (FORR).

Held in Chelsea, Massachusetts, our 3rd annual road race invites participants to experience a scenic route that winds through the heart of the community, passing by cherished local landmarks. The Chelsea Road Race continues to serve as a meaningful platform to promote healthy living and empower community members to embrace running and movement as part of their everyday lives.

This year marks an exciting milestone as we proudly introduce, for the first time, wheelchair divisions for both female and male participants, further strengthening our commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and equal opportunity in sport. The race celebrates Chelsea’s rich and diverse cultural heritage while offering more than just a test of physical endurance, it is a celebration of community, resilience, and unity.

Designed for individuals of varying abilities and experience levels, the course welcomes seasoned runners, casual joggers, and adaptive athletes alike. To recognize and reward early participation, the first 500 registered participants will receive an official race T-shirt as part of their race-day experience.

See you at the starting line!

The Chelsea Road Race is proudly organized and managed by the City of Chelsea - Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs. This program is funded in part by the Chelsea Community Fund and a grant from the Chelsea Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. We look forward to your participation.

Join us for The Haven Project's 5K Run/Walk!

Lace up your sneakers and hit the trails at Lynn Woods Reservation on Saturday, September 12th to support housing-unstable youth ages 17–24.

Every step you take and every dollar raised will directly benefit The Haven Project’s programming—providing essential resources, housing support, and opportunities for young people in need. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to make a difference, this event is the perfect chance to contribute to a brighter future for our community’s youth.

Run or walk—every mile matters.

After the race, enjoy our festival area with food trucks, local vendors, and family activities. It’s a family-friendly, dog-friendly event, so bring the whole crew!

Let’s come together, have fun, and make every mile count!

About Clock to the Rock 5K:

Presented by the Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Industrial Corp. of Lynn.

The Clock to the Rock 5K Run/Walk starts in Central Square, Lynn, winds along beautiful Lynn and Swampscott shore, and ends back in Central Square.

Registration (if you do not pre-register): 9:00 am | Race starts at 10:00 am.

Winners will receive prizes and recognition at the event!

Categories: M/F, Under 18, 19-30, 31-50, 51 to 69, & 70+.

Shirts are guaranteed for all racers who register BEFORE September 11th. Please be sure to select your correct shirt size during registration.

General Info:

The Annual Glen Doherty Memorial 5K/10K Road Race will take place again this September - we're hosting this race to support our GDMF Scholars and honor hometown hero Glen Doherty! Proceeds from this event go towards our Scholarship Fund so we can support our Special Operations Community to get the education or professional training they need to transition to new careers.

You can run, walk or ruck! Join a team or start a new one!

Race t-shirts are FREE to the first 500 in person registered participants and available for purchase for others during bib pick up times. Other merchandise available for purchase as well. Participants are strongly encouraged to pick up bibs on Saturday to avoid race day lines!

Registration Pricing (Walk, Run or Ruck):

Early bird registration through July 10: $35 for Adults | $25 for Kids (under 18)

Registration through September 18 at 8PM: $45 for Adults | $25 for Kids (under 18)

*Race weekend: $55 for Adults | $25 for Kids (under 18)

*Registration Race Weekend is on-line! Assistance and computers will be available both Saturday and Sunday if you would like to register in person.

Virtual Race!

We are bringing back a virtual run for 2026!

Pricing is the same as above, BUT you must register by end of day, September 9th in order for us to ship you your bib!

Sorry, no race shirts available, but please check out our online store for other options!

Bib Pickup/In Person Registration:

Saturday, September 19

12pm to 2pm

Winchester Town Hall (71 Mt. Vernon St. Winchester, MA)

T-Shirts and Merchandise

Sunday, September 20

9:30am to 11am

Jenks Center Parking Lot (109 Skillings Rd, Winchester, MA)

T-Shirts and Merchandise