Massachusetts · 5K
5K For the Children
5K For the Children is a 5K event held in West Harwich, Massachusetts. It was last held on September 26, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- West Harwich, MA
Race details
- Last held
- September 26, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- West Harwich, Massachusetts
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the 5K For the Children
A Fun Family 5K benefiting Shriners Children's & St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Enjoy our new location at Pleasant Street Beach with beautiful views of Nantucket Sound and new, scenic race route After Party and Awards Ceremony sponsored by Red River BBQ Shirts Free Race t-shirts for all in-person registrations prior to midnight on September 1 2 Free Beers Registered runners and walkers enjoy up to 2 free beers at the Pleasant St Beach parking lot after the race! 5K Walk-Run For the Child…
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5K For the Children: common questions
- When is the 5K For the Children?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the 5K For the Children held?
- In West Harwich, Massachusetts.
- What distances does the 5K For the Children offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the 5K For the Children?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the 5K For the Children?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $40 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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