
From the Organizer
Please join us for the 1st annual Runnin’ for Rett 5k and 1 mile walk. All proceeds are to benefit Rett Syndrome Angels charity. There will be a 5k run and 1 mile walk starting and ending next to the fully handicap accessible Jessica’s Boundless Playground.
Come enjoy some exercise and activities for a fun day in October.
There will be food trucks for after your run or walk, bring your children for a kids fun run prior to the race. There will be activities for everyone such as face painting and raffle prizes following the race.
Location: Jessica’s boundless playground / Chesnut hill community school parking lot, Belchertown MA 01007
Start time: 5k and walk at 1130.
Free kids fun run at 11:00 for kids 10 and under
Events: food trucks, kids fun run, face painting , handicap accessible playground. Some raffle prizes
Price: $30 for 5k or for 1 mile walk.
Tshirts available if signed up prior to October 1st. Sign ups after October 1st then shirts are not guaranteed
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Belchertown, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
473 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Runnin’ for Rett 5k and 1 mile walk
Oct 18, 2026