Newton Turkey Trot

The funnest race all year happens Sunday April 12, 2026 at Brookline High where we will have a 5K, 1K, and Kid Fun Runs!

Join us for a spring morning of running, playing, and celebrating Brookline. Whether you’re chasing a PR, running your first race, or cheering on little runners, this event is designed to be fun, welcoming, and well run.

The day includes a chip timed 5K, a youth 1K, and short distance fun runs for kids on grass at Brookline High School, plus a kids activity zone, vendors, and community partners. This race is in rain or shine.

Race Details

Location: Start and finish will be at Brookline High School

Activity Zone: On the field on Cypress Street we will have a variety of games and activities to keep the day fun. We will move the fun indoors in the event of rain.

Kids Fun Runs: For ages 8 and younger we will have age based races on the grass field at Brookline High

Course Description

We will have a 5K route and a shorter 1K route. Each race will start on Davis Street at Brookline High School. Runners will turn onto Cypress Street and then turn left onto Harvard Ave. At TJ Maxx runners will turnaround to head back down Harvard to the finish line on Davis Street.

About the Program

The Needham Track Club Spring Track Program is open to children age 4-14. The program meets on Sundays from April 12 – June 14, 2026 at DeFazio Track in Needham. There are two sessions to choose from: 9:15 - 10:20 am and 10:45 - 11:50 am. Children age 6.5-14 can choose a sprinting group or a distance group. Age 6.5 can choose to remain with an age 5-6 team.

The weekly sessions include warm up, stretching, running drills, sprinting and distance training, hurdles, field event technique building and warm down. Field event training will be available on events such as long jump, shot put, high jump, and turbo jav. Children are placed in teams where they remain for the entire session.

The season tuition includes an NYTC Spring Program T-shirt, and all sessions.

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Welcome to the fourth annual SSAES 5k to support St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School (“SSAES”), a private, bilingual school serving students from preschool through grade 5 in Watertown MA. Founded in 1986, SSAES currently serves 160 students from more than 15 zip codes in the Boston area, providing a curriculum that is a unique blend of the arts, humanities, STEM, Armenian studies, and experiential learning. Please visit www.ssaes.org to learn more about our school!

The money raised from this year’s race will go directly to support funding of school programs. We look forward to seeing the community again for this annual tradition!

Race Day Details

Our 5k course will begin and end on Artsakh St. in front of St. Stephen’s Armenian Apostolic Church and will be officially timed by Second Wind Race Timing.

• Runners and walkers are welcome!

• Bring the kids! Family friendly entertainment will be provided following the race

• Prizes will be awarded to the overall 1st place male and female finishers and the top male and female runner by age group, and also to the fastest team!

Schedule

• Check-in and day-of registration starts at 7:30am

• There will be no registration after 8:00am

• Race starts at 8:30am

• Awards will be presented after the race

Donations

• Whether you choose to register for the race or not, we welcome you to consider making a donation to the school in honor of our 5th annual 5k. Click here to donate

We’re thrilled to announce that on Sunday, May 3rd, 2026, the Belmont AAPI Run 5K & 2K will celebrate its 5th anniversary!

Runners and walkers of all ages from Belmont and neighboring communities are warmly invited to join this year’s race to celebrate and raise the voices and visibility of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) residents. The event is organized by the Belmont Chinese American Association (BCAA) and supported by generous contributions from local businesses.

Now in its fifth year, the Belmont AAPI Run has grown into a cherished local tradition—bringing together competitive athletes, first-time runners, families, volunteers, and local business owners for a morning of fitness, friendship, and community spirit. Since its 2022 debut, it has become one of Belmont’s three signature races, alongside the FBE Apple Run and the Becca Pizzi 5K.

Proceeds from the event support AAPI-focused programs hosted by BCAA and Belmont Celebrates AAPI Heritage (BCAH). This year, funds will also benefit the Belmont Media Center to help broadcast local public school events. Learn more about AAPI community initiatives at BCAA and BCAH.

Race Routes

5K Route (USATF Certified, Chip-Timed)

• Follows the Becca Pizzi 5K route developed by the Belmont Police Department—starting and finishing on the Belmont High School (BHS) track and winding through the Winn Brook neighborhood.

Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

2K Route (Chip-Timed)

• Follows the FBE Apple Run 2K course starting and finishing at the BHS track, passing along Claypit Pond near the high school. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Race Day Schedule – Sunday, May 3rd, 2026

8:00–8:45 AM: 5K bib pickup & race-day registration

8:45–10:00 AM: 2K bib pickup & race-day registration

8:45 AM: Warm-up session by Bay State Physical Therapy

8:55 AM: National Anthem

9:00 AM: AAPI 5K Start

9:45 AM: Remarks by Dr. Melita & 5K Awards Ceremony

10:15 AM: AAPI 2K Start

10:40 AM: 2K Awards Ceremony

11:00 AM: Event Concludes

Bib & Packet Pickup

• Pre-race: Saturday, May 2nd, 2–5 PM near the Belmont High School entrance (includes bib, race shirt, and gift bag).

• Race Day: At Belmont High School Track

• 5K pickup: 8:00–8:45 AM

• 2K pickup: 8:00–10:00 AM

T-Shirts

The first 400 registered participants will receive a lightweight, quick-dry running shirt featuring a brand new design.

Registration Fees

• 5K: $30 through May 3, $40 on race day

• 2K: $20 through May 3, $30 on race day

Parking & Facilities

The BHS Track is located at 291 Concord Avenue, easily accessible by car or public transit.

No parking is allowed in the BHS lot. Ample parking is available in nearby streets and the Claflin Street parking lot.

Portable restrooms will be available near the track.

Medical Support

On-site medical assistance will be provided by the Belmont Fire Department EMS Bike Unit, with basic first aid available for minor injuries.

Post-Race Celebrations

• Enjoy fresh bread and bagels from Iggy’s, water, and bananas—free for all runners and spectators. Every runner under 18 can also claim a Moozy’s ice cream sandwich by showing their race bib.

• Bay State Physical Therapy will offer free massage and stretching sessions until 11 AM.

Race Results

• View real-time or final results at Second Wind Timing, or scan the QR code on your race bib. You’ll also receive your official finish time via text or email.

We look forward to celebrating five years of running, community, and AAPI pride with you on May 3rd, 2026!