
From the Organizer
This Third Annual 5k run will benefit YES, a nonprofit organization which provides affordable and impactful sports-based youth development and leadership programming for Boston children and teens. YES currently serves more than 1,600 children and teens annually. Y.E.S Check us out!
location: Shattuck Picnic Grove
Prices:
$25 through 6/13
$30 on race day
Race day registration: 8:00 - 8:30 AM
There will be a post-race raffle that is open to all runners!
Parking:
There will be free parking in the area.
The event is also accessible via Bus 16, or a short walk from Forrest Hill Station.
Water and bathrooms will be available.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
84°
Low
64°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers
Chance of Rain
17%
Wind
5 to 8 mph
Host City
Population
663,972
as of 2023
Elevation
12 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 2 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 5K Fun Run to Benefit Y.E.S!, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
5K Fun Run to Benefit Y.E.S!
Jun 13, 2026