Susan McDaniel Run for Lovelane 5K

The Saint Catherine of Siena Home & School Association is excited to invite you to the 2026 5K Road Race. SCS 5K T-shirts will be available for the first 100 pre-registered runners/walkers, though sizes cannot be guaranteed.

Online Race Registration will remain open until the start of the event on race day.

In-person race day registration is available and we will be accepting cash, check, and credit card as payment.

In-person race day registration will occur behind the school on Friday, May 29th, 2026 from 2:15 - 3:30 and on race day starting at 7:30 am.

Family of 4 discount is for families with more than two children and capped at $120 per family. The discount may only be applied to 2 adults

The Saint Catherine of Siena School Kiddie Race will also return for 2026, with short races being held for preschoolers through 2nd graders at 10 am. The children will be seeded per grade and race on school property.

A parent or guardian must be present for the child to compete.

Each season comes to an end with a celebratory 5K. This closing event gives program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember! Everyone who participates in our 5K receives a commemorative medal to celebrate this incredible achievement.

What's a 5K Buddy?

5K Buddy Registration will open on April 13

Every Girls on the Run participant at the 5K must run or walk alongside their chosen 5K Buddy. A 5K Buddy is someone 16+ who is responsible for encouraging, motivating, and keeping them safe on the 5K course and throughout the day. Each GOTR participant should be paired with one 5K Buddy. We ask that only one 5K buddy register per GOTR participant. Any additional people who want to participate should register as a Community Runner.

What's a Community Runner?

For the first time, the Girls on the Run Greater Boston 5K is excited to have a limited number of 5K bibs for community runners! If you've always wanted to experience the joy of a Girls on the Run 5K, now is your chance!

Girls on the Run participants and coaches are already registered for this event and DO NOT need to register again. This event will take place rain or shine. Please plan to join the celebration, whatever the weather brings!

About This Event

The Lions 5K is an annual event organized by the Newton South Booster Club to support athletics and school spirit at Newton South High School. The race is open to the public and runs through the streets surrounding Newton South High School.

All participants who register before May 1, 2026, will receive a FREE t-shirt and a ticket to a prize drawing. After May 1, t-shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure you register early to secure your t-shirt.

You can run as individuals or as part of a South athletic team. Race prizes will be awarded in many categories, including Best Lion-themed costume. If you are a teacher, please contact [email protected] before registering for a discount code.

Registration fees before race day:

$35 + $4.94 processing fee - ADULT

$25 + $4.94 processing fee - YOUTH AND HIGHSCHOOL STUDENTS

Race Day Registration:

Race day registration will open at 7:30am. Race day registration fees:

$40 - Adult

$30 - Youth and Highschool Students

Course Description:

Start at Newton South High School adjacent to the Newton South Preschool Program playground. From the start, runners follow the Brandeis field’s access road and turn right onto Brandeis Road. Then left onto Greenwood, right onto Dudley, up a steep, but fairly short hill and a quick right onto Drumlin Road. A downhill and a right onto Hartman Road, crossing Greenwood Street before taking a left onto Meadowbrook, a right at Country Club Road, a right onto Arnold Road, a right again at Sharpe Road and a left onto Wheeler Road. At the end of Wheeler, the course turns right onto Parker Street, right again onto Roosevelt, then left back onto Brandeis. For the FINISH, runners will turn right into the high school’s main parking lot, proceed to Winkler Stadium, enter the track doing a counter-clockwise lap before finishing at the track finish line.

Sponsorship:

Interested in being a race sponsor. Use this link to learn about our sponsorship opportunities http://www.nsboosters.org/lions-5k-sponsorship-info

Donation:

Donations of all sizes are appreciated and support athletics and school spirit events at South. To donate, please use this link www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GHETU3WJWM592

The Cambridge 5K @ CambridgeSide is a flat and fast race through the heart of East Cambridge & Inman Square. The race starts & finishes at CambridgeSide and is immediately followed by a post-race party at the new CanalSide Food + Drink hall. Registration includes a short-sleeve technical t-shirt, 5 complimentary parking voucher, and a post-race celebration. The race benefits the MSPCA & the Helen K. Holland Animal Care Trust Fund.

After crossing the finish line at this year's Cambridge 5K @ CambridgeSide, DJ Smooth Bee will keep the party going at CanalSide Food + Drink, CambridgeSide's newly opened energetic food and drink experience featuring spectacular waterfront views, a collection of exciting eateries, and a centrally located bar. Redeem your 2 tear-off drink tickets at C-Side Bar for the signature 5K beer: Zero Gravity – Green State Lager.

The second annual Live Free Fun Run and Festival will be hosted on May 31st, 2026 at Ice House Park (Sturgis Street) at Horn Pond, Woburn MA 01801. The event is focused on promoting awareness and empowerment surrounding mental health and substance use. The scenic 2.5 mile off-road run (or walk!) brings participants around Horn Pond, and will start and end at the Live Free Festival. At the festival, you will find food trucks, raffles, a DJ, yard games, kids' activities and more! There will also be over 25 local mental health and substance use providers hosting tables to spread awareness about their mission and services. Join use for a day of empowerment, community and fun!