Pre-Game 5K Road Race

ABOUT THE COLONIAL ROAD RUNNERS BOSTON MARATHON BUS

If you are a South Shore runner who is registered for the 2026 Boston Marathon, here is the best way to get to Hopkinton on race day (Monday, April 20), without having to travel into Boston to take a BAA shuttle bus. Colonial Road Runners sponsors a comfortable intercity "coach" bus that goes directly to Hopkinton from the Braintree MBTA Red Line Station. In Hopkinton, the bus will be parked near the Athletes Village at Hopkinton High School, in a lot set aside by the BAA exclusively for running clubs. The bus will remain in Hopkinton, and available for your use, until after all of the marathon "waves" are underway.

SECURITY MEASURES

According to the BAA, runners using our bus “should be prepared for inspection.” Also, while runners will be allowed to have personal items (food, clothing, etc.) on the bus, be aware that THERE WILL NOT BE ANY BAGGAGE TRANSPORTATION FROM HOPKINTON TO BOSTON. (The CRR bus does NOT go to Boston after the race begins, and will NOT provide transportation back from Boston to Braintree.)

DEPARTURE LOCATION

The Colonial Bus will depart from the Braintree MBTA Red Line Station, located near the Union Street exit from Route 3 (Exit 40, formerly Exit 17). (Street address: 197 Ivory Street, Braintree) This will allow you to park at the adjacent MBTA garage ($9/day), and return by subway or commuter rail to your car after finishing the Boston Marathon.

DEPARTURE TIME

6:30 AM SHARP! This departure time is based on the BAA's required arrival time in Hopkinton for club buses.

COST

Registration for the bus is $40 per person. Colonial Road Runners members receive a $10 discount (automatically applied at checkout), for a net cost of $30. You can sign up for a Colonial Road Runners membership during the registration process for the Bus, and receive the $10 member's discount immediately! (For full information on Colonial Road Runners, visit www.colonialrunners.org.)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Colonial Road Runners Boston Marathon Bus is available ONLY to runners who are registered for the Boston Marathon.

Bus registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration fees are non-refundable.

14th annual set the pace 5k

wompatuck state park

MAY 2, 2026 @ 9:00 am

Awards will be given in the following age groups/categories:

5K and 1 Mile walk: Top 3 Overall Male and Female

5K ONLY: 1st Place Male and Female in the following age groups:

10 & under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Results and awards for the 1 Mile course will be given to walkers only

SHIRT DEADLINE: End of day on Sunday, April 12th

BENEFITTING THE FRIENDS OF SOUTH SHORE HEALTH CARDIOVASCULAR CARE

The Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Center at South Shore Health has more than 10,000 patient visits per year working with more than 30 cardiologists, radiologists and vascular surgeons. They specialize in the prevention, detection, treatment and rehabilitation of heart disease.

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

Linda.Hopebeyondthebadge@Gmail.com

Jay.Hopebeyondthebadge@Gmail.com