Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 1 Main St, Melrose, MA
- Distance
- 5K · Virtual Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Join the Tufts Medical community for the second annual run/walk at Pine Banks Park in Melrose, MA to kick off breast cancer awareness month! Every year, approx 1 in 8 women in the US will be diagnosed with breast cancer, making it one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. At Tufts Medical Center, we are committed to providing the most innovative care to those patients facing this diagnosis. This race aims to raise awareness and show support to the patients, family and friends that have been impacted by breast cancer.
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
46°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Reading, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Melrose, MA
Population
29,488
as of 2023
Elevation
56 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 1 Main St, Melrose, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk?
- Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Melrose, Massachusetts on October 3, 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 Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Melrose, Massachusetts at 1 Main St, Melrose, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk
Oct 3, 2026