Pre-Game 5K Road Race

8th Annual Wessagusset 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run

Sunday, May 31, 2026 - O’Sullivan Field

Join us for the 8th Annual Wessagusset 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run! Come support the Wessagusset School community by running, walking, or enjoying the family-friendly activities and raffles happening throughout the morning.

All proceeds directly support educational opportunities and enrichment programs for all Wessagusset students.

Event Schedule

Kids Fun Run Dash: 8:30 AM

5K Run/Walk: 9:00 AM

Check-In Opens: 8:00 AM

Early Check-In: Saturday, May 30th • 3–5 PM at Wessagusset Elementary School (Bib pickup available)

Registration Fees

Kids Fun Run: $15

5K Run/Walk: $30 Early Bird (Register by April 30th)

• $35 (May 1 - May 30th)

• $40 (Race Day May 31st)

Family Rate: $75 for a family of 4+ (Valid through Saturday, May 30th)

T-Shirts

T‑shirts will be provided to the first 200 registered participants.

Must register by Friday, April 30, 2026 to be guaranteed a shirt.

Parking

No parking in the school lot on Pilgrim Road.

Parking available in the public lot off North Street.

Volunteers will direct traffic starting at 7:30 AM.

Timing Chips

Each participant will receive a numbered bib containing a timing chip.

You must wear your bib to be officially timed and scored.

Bibs are included in your registration packet.

Post‑Race Party

Right after the 5K, the North Weymouth Civic Association will host Neighborhood Day, open to all runners and spectators.

Enjoy food, drinks, music, and kid-friendly activities!

The Alex G. Kokoros Memorial Fund - and H.O.P.E Beyond the Badge foundation offer Hope, Comfort, and Support to First Responders and their Families when Stress, Trauma, and Mental Health Challenges create personal and familial struggle. Together we are helping to destigmatize conversations around First Responder Trauma, and making it easier for First Responders and their Families to seek Help.

Join us in a 5K Run/Walk to benefit First Responders and their Families.

Culturally competent First Responder mental health & wellness programs will be on site and available to provide information about the services they provide.

Burgers and dogs served at the finish line!!

Location: Braintree Town Hall - 1 John F Kennedy Memorial Drive, Braintree Ma, 02184.

Date: Sunday July 26th, 2026. (Rain or Shine)

Time: 6:00am – 12:00pm

• 6am – 7:30am - check in / bib & race shirt pick up.

• 8am start

Registration Fee: $35.00.

• Race shirts are guaranteed for the first 150 registrations.

• Registration will be available on race day at check in for $35.00.

• Race shirts not guaranteed for same day registration

All proceeds from this event will support us in our mission.

In Memory of Alex G. Kokoros – Abington Police Dept. – EOW: 10/29/2018

Contact Info:

(781) 269 – 2777

(617) 657 – 9108

[email protected]

[email protected]

Event details

The race begins and ends at Woodsdale Elementary School, 120 Chestnut St, Abington at 9 a.m. The t-shirt deadline is 9/9/2025. The first 200 are guaranteed a free t-shirt.

*This race has plenty of family fun, while working towards a healthier community. Proceeds will go toward funding efforts to prevent and reduce youth substance use, as well as providing resources and support for those struggling with substance use alongside their families.

*Early bib pick up will be on September 20th from 3-5 p.m. at the Woodsdale Elementary School.

*Early bird registration closes 8/15/2025 and then will go up to $35. Same day registration will be $40.

The t-shirt deadline is now closed.