SPIRIT of '76 PATRIOT 5K RUN / WALK / RUCK

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Pre-K 50 Yard Dash

Pre-K 75 Yard Dash

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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Run for a cause. Run with the Y. Join the Demakes Family YMCA's Stride Along the Tide 5K and help support your community. This family-friendly run/walk takes you along the gorgeous coastline of Nahant. Registration includes post-race refreshments and prizes for runners in every age category. All proceeds support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone.

NEW this year! Our "Family Rate" allows 4 participants from the same family household to register together for just $100. This rate is for family members only-- perfect for parents, kids, and siblings ready to get active together!

Race Details:

Saturday, May 9th, 8:30am Race Start

Packet pick-up for Pre-Registered Runners: 7:00am

Race day registration: 7:00am

Where: Nahant Lowlands Park, Nahant, MA 01908

Parking: Limited free parking available at Lowlands Park, overflow parking is available in the DCR parking lot

Packet Pick-up:

Friday, May 8th, 3:00pm-6:00pm

Demakes Family YMCA, 40 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA 01902

Race Features:

Chip Timing by Bay State Race Services

Post race refreshments

Awards to the top finishers in each age group

T-shirt guaranteed to those who register prior to April 18th

The YMCA of Metro North Road Race Series raises funds for a variety of charitable activities that benefit our community. Participants in our four unique 5K races run or walk to support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund and raise money to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone. In 2025 the YMCA of Metro North provided more $3 million in financial aid providing all children, adults and families with opportunities to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body regardless of income.

*Please note - no refunds will be processed after the T-shirt deadline.

Get ready to celebrate and showcase Black Excellence at our 5k event, where we come together to run, walk, and uplift each other in person!

Join us for the Black Excellence 5k event this year! The course remains the same, but the location has changed. We are now beginning and ending at Grace Methodist Church in Lynn!

So lace up your sneakers and get ready to run or walk with us as we celebrate Black Excellence in our community. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this event is for you. Enjoy a scenic route through the city while connecting with others who share your passion for health and empowerment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to show your support for the North Shore Juneteenth Association and be a part of something special. See you there!

Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers over 18, and the top 3 finishers under 18.

Please visit our website to learn more about our organization: Visit Our Website

Follow us on social media @nsjuneteenth