5K For the Children
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 1 Sea Way, West Harwich, MA
- Distance
- 5K For the Children · Virtual 5K for the Children
From the Organizer
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 Children Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
68°
Typical Low
54°
Based on US Climate Normals data from W Harwich.
Host City
About West Harwich, MA
Elevation
10 ft
Nearest Airport
HYA
Cape Cod Gateway Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 66 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 5K For the Children, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
More Running races near West Harwich, MA
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5K
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Annual Dennis Road Race & Walk
4 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 5K For the Children?
- 5K For the Children is a running race held in West Harwich, Massachusetts on September 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 5K For the Children?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in West Harwich, Massachusetts at 1 Sea Way, West Harwich, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 5K For the Children?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
5K For the Children
Sep 26, 2026