DEF Dash 5K
DEF Dash 5K is a running race on October 4, 2026 in Dedham, MA, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- October 4, 2026 (73 days to go)
- Location
- Barnes Memorial Park, Dedham, MA
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
We are thrilled to announce the sixth annual DEF Dash 5K - A LIVE, IN-PERSON 5K RUN OR WALK! After 10 successful years' operating Bernie’s Run, the Dedham Education Foundation launched the first annual “DEF Dash 5K” from Barnes Memorial Park in October 2019. Hundreds of runners and family and friends gathered for a fun day of running/walking, followed by delicious food, drink, music, and award ceremonies. We will have prizes for the top runners in each age category!!! Come support the Dedham Education Foundation and our Dedham Public Schools and Students on Sunday, October 6th at Barnes Memorial Park. Race starts at 11am sharp!
If interested in becoming a sponsor of the DEF Dash 5K, please reach out to Carolyn Smith, carolynesmith81@gmail.com.
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
66°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Blue Hill Coop, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Dedham, MA
City Elevation
178 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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DEF Dash 5K
Oct 4, 2026