Hope with Every Stride 5k/10k

Jr's Paws For a Cause is a dog-friendly 5k run/walk for participants of all ages. We will have vendors, City Event Group Mikey V from Kiss 108 as our live DJ, complementary Vitamin 1 drinks, and adoptable dogs from Shultz Guest House, Last Hope K9! Additional rescues that will be in attendance are The Animal Rescue League and A Place for Ace!

This family-friendly walk/run welcomes participants of all ages—and your canine companions too! Proceeds from the event, along with our fundraising efforts, will be donated to Project Samana, a veterinary outreach program serving communities in the Dominican Republic, as well as local dog rescues Last Hope K9, Shultz Guest House, and Kyle’s Legacy Inc. The portion of proceeds donated to Kyle’s Legacy will be given in Junior’s (Jr.’s) name to support canine cancer research. Junior was a six-year-old Labrador Retriever who bravely lost his battle with lymphoma. Event is hosted rain or shine!

Registration includes- 1 race entry, a matching bib number for your dog to wear and Polkadog treat samples

FIRST 30 people to register will receive a a $100 Nutre Meal Plan giftcard, Polkadog treats, a VEG bag and a canvas Public Lands bag! (Must attend event in person to receive bag and gift cards)

LIVE DJ - Photos - Vendors - Doggy Ice Cream - Raffles - Prizes!

Race day check in starts at 8:30am and race starts at 10:00am!

EARLY BIB PICK UP SATURDAY APRIL 25th 10am-2pm at Marathon Sports in Wellesley!

3Mile and 1/2 mile Run, Walk or Roll

The First 100 registered runners receive a FREE race shirt!!!

This event is sponsored by the Friends Of Norwood SEPAC and ABL Fitness to raise acceptance and awareness for individuals with disabilities to make Norwood an accepting, inclusive and accessible community!

ABL Fitness is a nonprofit fitness clinic that empowers kids, teens and adults with disabilities specializing in neurodiversity by combining movement, sensory regulation, and individualized coaching to build confidence, connection, and lifelong physical, social, and emotional strength. Their mission is to create a safe, welcoming space where every athlete is presumed capable, supported through personalized strategies, and celebrated for who they are. Through trust, connection, and adaptive fitness, they help individuals break barriers, foster independence, and realize their full potential.

Friends of Norwood SEPAC is the nonprofit arm of the Norwood Special Education Parents Advisory Council (SEPAC) that supports the mission to build understanding, respect, and support for children with special needs in Norwood by fostering parent networking, advising the district on special education programs, promoting communication and inclusion, and offering informational forums and resources to families.

Panther Prowl 5K

Welcome to the 3rd annual Panther Prowl 5K. We invite you to spend your morning running or walking through the neighborhoods of Holliston with family and friends. All profit will be going to the nonprofit organization: American Cancer Society.

Route: Start/Finish at Holliston High School. Out of the parking lot, left onto Hollis St., left onto Highland St. and quick right onto Prentice St. Right on to Mill St., stay left onto North Mill St., left onto Hargrave and continue onto Bonney, left onto Prentice St. back to high school (first left back to Start Line). Course has some rolling hills and plenty of flat roads!

Bib pick-up will be the morning of the race starting at 7:30 a.m. Race is 9 a.m.

5k Start time is 10:00. Price is $30 until May 8th then increase to $40 day of event. Student 6th grade thru 12th $15 and increase to $25 day of race, price will reflect discount at checkout. T-shirts to the first 50 registrations for the 5k.

Awards at 11:15am

For over 50 years, the Walpole Road Race has given local athletes the opportunity to challenge themselves and participate in a wonderful community tradition. The race is the largest fundraiser to support Walpole High School Cross Country / Track & Field programs. By participating in this event you are supporting 200+ Walpole High School Cross Country/Track & Field athletes across 6 seasons as they prepare for upcoming competition. We thank you for your generosity and continued support of the programs!

The Walpole Road Race starts and finishes at Walpole High School and includes 5K run/walk, 10k run, 1 mile kids run, and virtual 5k/10k events that give everyone a chance to participate. If you need to switch events, just let us know at info@walpoleroadrace.org.

Entry Fees (sign up at Walpole Day in May for an additional $5 discount)

• Pre-Registration (before race weekend) Race Fee: $35

• Regular Registration Race Fee: $40

• Ages 13 and younger/65 and older: $20

• Youth Mile Fun-Run fee: $20

Event Swag

• Participants who register before August 15 receive the coveted official Walpole Road Race T-shirt

• All participants will receive finisher's medal

• Race T-shirts are also available for sale in our online store for $20

Awards (in-person events only)

• 10K male winner: name engraved on Herb Lewis Memorial Trophy - displayed at The Run House

• 10K female winner: name engraved on John Murphy Trophy - displayed at John D. Murphy & Co.

• Top three 5K/10K finishers: recognized with specially engraved placement medals

• Team 5K/10K Races: Team name engraved on Team Plaque - displayed at Walpole High School

• Age group awards are not being issued this year

Race Routes

• 10K USATF Certified Course

• 5K USATF Certified Course

• Youth Mile Route Map

Strollers are welcome in the 5K race, lined up at the back of the starting pack to avoid collisions.