Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk

Race Overview: A race coming up on 10/04/2025 in Melrose, MA. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2025-11-24

Race Overview:

Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Supporting Tufts Breast Health Center
Date: Saturday, Oct 4th
Start Time: 9AM
 (Reg/Check in opens at 8AM)

Description: Join the Tufts Medical community for this inaugural run/walk at Pine Banks Park in Melrose, MA to kick off breast cancer awareness month! Every year, approx 1 in 8 women in the US will be diagnosed with breast cancer, making it one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. At Tufts Medical Center, we are committed to providing the most innovative care to those patients facing this diagnosis. This race aims to raise awareness and show support to the patients, family and friends that have been impacted by breast cancer. 


Fee's

$35 through 6.30
$40 through 8.31
$45 through 10.3 at 7PM
$50 on race day
***Youth 12 & Under are FREE! (Shirts sold separately) 
****Virtual Run/Walk – $40 (Includes shirt)

Packet Pickup/Race Day Reg: 
Early Packet Pickup At Marathon Sports In Melrose from 1PM-5PM on Friday 10/3.
Race day opens at 8AM at Pine Banks Park (Turf Field BB2 located at 69 Main St, Melrose MA)


Course:
5K course is an out and back route on the road. One water station will be offered at the turn around at the Ripley School parking lot. 
Click here for an integrative course map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3051354?units=miles

Swag: Short sleeve custom shirts are guaranteed to those registered by 9/20.  Beyond that date sizes are not guaranteed.
Sizes are unisex, XS-3XL.  *Those that are under 12 that wish to receive a race shirt can purchase one through registration. 


Post Race Festivities:
After crossing the finish line, participants and spectators can relax and enjoy the post race festivities including snacks, drinks, music and more.
A slew of community sponsors will be on site for post race festivities including the Cravery food truck and a Coffee Truck! 
**A big shout out to High5em's series wide, year long post race pour provider, The Sylvan Street Grille! You can continuing celebrating with fellow runners post race at Sylvan Street Grille! Choose from their Peabody or Salisbury location, anytime, all day! Just show them your race bib on the day of the event to redeem your much earned, free pour of beer or glass of wine!


Parking: Click here
for parking options


Volunteers:
Want to participate, but not run or walk…consider volunteering. Click here


Beneficiaries:
100% of event proceeds will be allocated to the Tufts Breast Health Center


Sponsors: 
If you are a business or organization looking to sponsor please reach out to info@high5em.com


Weather:
This event will take place rain or shine. 


Event Contact:
High5EM | 978-594-7050 | info@high5em.com

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