Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk

Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk Race Information

<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><span style="background-color:rgb( 224 , 29 , 181 )">Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Supporting Tufts Breast Health Center</span><br /></span></strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Date: Saturday, Oct 4th<br />Start Time: 9AM</strong></span><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> (Reg/Check in opens at 8AM)</span></strong></h3> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Description: </strong>Join the Tufts Medical community for this inaugural run/walk at Pine Banks Park in Melrose, MA to kick off breast cancer awareness month! </span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">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. </span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Fee&#39;s</strong>: </span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">$35 through 6.30</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">$40 through 8.31</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">$45 through 10.3 at 7PM</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">$50 on race day</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">***Youth 12 &amp; Under are FREE! (Shirts sold separately) <br /></span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">****Virtual Run/Walk - $40 (Includes shirt)<br /></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Packet Pickup/Race Day Reg: <br /></strong>Early Packet Pickup At Marathon Sports In Melrose from 1PM-5PM on Friday 10/3.<br /></span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Race day opens at 8AM at <strong>Pine Banks Park (Turf Field BB2 located at 69 Main St, Melrose MA)</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Course:</strong> 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. <br />Click here for an integrative course map: <a href="https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3051354?units=miles" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3051354?units=miles</a><br /></span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><br /></span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Swag:</strong> Short sleeve custom shirts are guaranteed to those registered by 9/20.  Beyond that date sizes are not guaranteed. <br />Sizes are unisex, XS-3XL.  *Those that are under 12 that wish to receive a race shirt can purchase one through registration. <br /></span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Post Race Festivities: </strong>After crossing the finish line, participants and spectators can relax and enjoy the post race festivities including snacks, drinks, music and more. </span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">A slew of community sponsors will be on site for post race festivities including the Cravery food truck and a Coffee Truck!  <br /></span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">**A big shout out to High5em&#39;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!</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Parking: <a style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )" href="https://www.pinebanks.org/visit/park-map/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Click here</a> </strong>for parking options</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Volunteers: </strong>Want to participate, but not run or walk...consider volunteering. <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MA/Malden/BostonBreastCancerAwareness5K" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Click here</a></span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Beneficiaries: </strong>100% of event proceeds will be allocated to the Tufts Breast Health Center</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Sponsors: </strong>If you are a business or organization looking to sponsor please reach out to info&#64;high5em.com</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Weather:</strong> This event will take place rain or shine. </span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><br />Event Contact:</strong> High5EM | <a target="_blank">978-594-7050</a> | info&#64;high5em.com</span></p>