Kindness 5K

General race information

The Scramble is a 5. 6 K trail run/walk starting and finishing at Berry Pond, in Harold Parker State Forest. Everyone is welcome, walkers and runners alike, as well as well-behaved, leashed dogs with up-to-date licenses. Please note the trails are not suitable for strollers. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each category. All entrants receive a free bandana. FOHP provides hotdogs after the race. The event will be limited to 200 entrants, so all who are interested are encouraged to pre-register. Fees will be $5 higher for day of event registration.

Berry Pond Scramble

This event is a fundraiser for The Friends of Harold Parker. We are a non-profit organization formed to promote, support and advocate for Harold Parker State Forest. Our activities include clean-ups, marking and maintaining trails and invasive plant removal. In cooperation with DCR we have installed kiosks, and built bridges and boardwalks.

Run for a Great Cause and Protect Our Sound

Every June, our community comes together at Dane Street Beach in Beverly for Salem Sound Coastwatch’s annual Run for the Beach 5K. This fun, family-friendly event supports our mission to protect and improve the environmental quality of Salem Sound and its watershed.

Bring your friends, bring your kids, and make a morning of it. Enjoy:

• A photo booth to capture the day

• A life-size inflatable whale

• An interactive touch tank

Cheer on the runners, soak up the beach vibes, and celebrate our shared commitment to a healthy coastline.

Race Details

The race will take place rain or shine.

Registration

Advance registration is $40 and includes a race T-shirt through May 31.

Same-day registration is $55 and opens at 8:00 am.

Event Information

Parking: Free on neighborhood streets

Restrooms: Available at the beach house

Water: Water stations will be available along the race route and at the finish line

SSCW Merch: Vintage race T-shirts and other items will be available for purchase

Children ages 10 and under can register for $10 when running or walking with a registered adult. Children in strollers can participate for free when accompanied by a registered adult.

Virtual Runner is an option. If registering as a virtual runner, enter promo code VIRTUAL25. Virtual registration is $25 and does not include a T shirt.

Fundraising with friends and family is a great way to stay motivated and deepen your impact. You can sign up to fundraise during registration.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Griffin's Gift 10th Annual Road Race and Family Fun Day

To celebrate Griffin's birthday, every year families are invited to Danvers High School to play, run, and enjoy the love of family! Please bring your children and your inner child and enjoy FREE water slides, bouncy houses, and so much more! We can't wait to see all your smiling faces as we celebrate Griffin and the gift of adoption!

What is Griffin's Gift?

Every family is unique. Each is built out of love. That love comes in many forms. For us, adoption was part of our family’s formation. Our first son, Griffin was born out of love on July 3, 2014.

Adoption is an incredible journey that results in instant love. We believe any family who is committed to adopting a child should be able to make it a reality. We do not want finances to be the deciding factor for a family. Therefore, Griffin’s Gift provides zero-interest loans to families with a completed home study. Families are able to select the amount of money needed and the loan timeframe so that completing their family is financially attainable.

Since the time we finalized Griffin’s adoption, we always wanted to create a non-profit program like Griffin’s Gift. We never imagined that it would become our son’s legacy. Nevertheless, we are grateful to all our supporters and we are tremendously proud of the work we are doing to honor Griffin’s life.

www.griffinsgift.org

Please note that the Family Fun Day begins at 4:00pm. The Kid's Fun Run is at 5:00pm and the 5k will begin at 5:30pm.

PRF’s 25th Annual International Race for Research

5K Race & 2-Mile Fun Walk (In Person or Virtual)

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Race Start: 9:00 AM

Registration opens at 7:45 AM.

Celebrate 25 Years

Come join us and hit the streets for the City of Peabody’s largest annual road race — now proudly celebrating our 25th year. We’re excited to mark this special milestone with our incredible community.

This year’s event features a 5K run and a 2-mile fun walk, plus a virtual race option for supporters who can’t join us in person. Whether you're a serious athlete, casual runner, family, or team, this is a great course and a meaningful way to show your support.

The morning includes awards and refreshments for all participants.

Race Pricing

Special 25th Anniversary Registration available until May 31st - $25

June 1st - June 30th $30

July 1st - August 15th $35

August 16th - Race Day $40

Youth ages 3–18: $25 (through race day)

We hope to see you there.

Important Details

The race is rain or shine.

Shirts and shirt sizes are not guaranteed after August 15.

Dogs are welcome for the walk only, must be leashed, and there is no charge.

Participants may join in person in Peabody or virtually from anywhere.

Click to donate to Progeria Research

Join us on Sunday, September 20th in West Peabody at Lt. Ross Park (CyTenny) for the Inaugural SAK Strong 5K run/walk, 1 mile walk and youth FUN run in memory of Chris Sakelakos.

Chris passed away on September 16, 2025 after a long and valiantly fought battle against Osteosarcoma.

We invite you, your family, and friends to participate in the race or walk followed by an after party with live music by Beach Nights, food trucks, raffles, lawn games, beer provided by East Regiment Beer Company, and more. 100% of proceeds will be allocated to the SAK Strong Foundation.