5k or 10k race around beautiful Lake Quannapowitt. With scenic views, this flat course is always a favorite. Take in the fall colors as you run to help us raise money for survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence. This family friendly run begins and ends at The Lakeside Inn and has a bouncy house for the kids, face painting, and each registered runner gets a ticket for one free beer! Prizes will be given to the top finishers.
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 50 Yards
Type — Running
08:45
$15.00
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
09:00
$35.00
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:15
$25.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Wakefield.
Learn more about the host city, Wakefield.
Wakefield, Massachusetts is a scenic town 12 miles north of Boston with a population of about 27,000 (2020). Wakefield has preserved much of its historic New England appearance and is recognized for its strong community involvement, quality school system, thriving businesses, public library, and for beautiful Lake Quannapowitt, which plays host to outdoor festivals and benefit activities each year.
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