2 running events in Wellesley, Massachusetts

About the Program

NOTE - All distance teams and the 9:15 am sprint teams are full. Just one spot is available on the 1045 am Sprint teams.

The Needham Track Club Winter Track Program is open to children age 7-14. The program meets on Sundays from December 14, 2025 – March 1, 2026 at Babson College in Wellesley. There are two sessions to choose from: 9:15 - 10:20 am and 10:45 - 11:50 am. Children choose a sprint team or a distance team.

The weekly sessions include warm up, stretching, running drills, sprinting and distance training, hurdles, technique building and warm down. Children are placed in teams where they remain for the entire session.

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

The dates after January 18, 2026 are subject to change depending on Babson’s game schedule.

About This Event

The Wellesley Hills Junior Women's Club (WHJWC) is pleased to present its annual Wonder Run 5K & Kid's Fun Run on Sunday, May 17, 2026! The Wonder Run is a celebrated part of Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend. This family-friendly event promises a day of fitness, fun and community spirit. The Wonder Run 5K is a USATF-certified course, offering a scenic route through Wellesley, starting and finishing at the high school track. We anticipate hundreds of participants and great community support again this year. Whether you’re running, walking, cheering, or donating, everyone is welcome to join in the excitement!

Proceeds generated from the Wonder Run directly support scholarships for deserving local students and grants to organizations and programs that provide education, enrichment, and essential services to our local population.

Registration Deadline & Fees

Early Online Registration: $40 Wonder Run, $20 Kids Fun Run; plus applicable fees. Early Online Registration closes May 10th, one week prior to the race. First 150 registrants will receive a swag bag of fun items!

Week of / "Coming in Hot" Registration: $50 Wonder Run, $25 Kids Fun Run (plus applicable fees).

Kids Fun Run registration is capped at 200 participants.

Bib Number Pick-Up

Friday, May 15 from 11:00am to 1:00pm | Lululemon | 50 Central St., Wellesley

Saturday, May 16 from 9:00am to 12:00pm | Heroes Fitness | 10 Prescott St., Wellesley

Wonder Run Course | 8:00am start

The Wonder Run is a USATF-certified 5K road race through scenic Wellesley, starting and finishing at the Wellesley High School track. Racetime will begin promptly at 8:00am. All runners and walkers are welcome! Kids of all ages are welcome to sign up for the 5K race as well.

Kids Fun Run Course | 9:00am start

The Kids Fun Run will take place at 9:00am. This year’s event will feature two races based on age group.

Kids ages 6 and under will kick off the event with a 1 lap race around the track.

Kids 7-10 years-of-age will follow, racing 2 laps around the track.

If your child loves to run, they are welcome to sign-up for the 5K instead of the Fun Run. The Wonder Run is fun for the whole family!

Race Sponsors

This event could not be possible without the generous support of our Race Sponsors! Thank you for making this event a success! Check back in for additional sponsors!

Headline Sponsor

Heroes Fitness

Mile Marker Sponsors

Lululemon Wellesley

btone FITNESS

Jesamondo Salon & Spa

Sprint Squad Sponsors

Beam

Culture Pop

DermWellesley

Momentum Dance Wellesley

Moodz Day Spa & Salon

Puddlestompers

Stepping Stone Acupuncture

Taste Buds Kitchen

Wasiks Cheese Shop

WHJWC Corporate Sponsors

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate

Needham Bank

Roche Bros

Parking

Parking will be available at Wellesley High School (50 Rice Street) and at metered parking spaces along Route 16.