
From the Organizer
Founded in 1989 by Dr. Louis W. Sullivan, former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (1989–1993), the Sullivan Run/Walk for Health and Fitness has become a beloved end-of-summer tradition for the whole family.
Race Day & Course Info:
The 5K Run/Walk features a USA Track & Field (USATF)-certified course through East Chop, offering spectacular views of Nantucket Sound. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome.
The Kid's Dash is 25 meters of fun in Washinton Park, before the 5K kicks off.
Please note that public parking near Washington Park and Oak Bluffs Harbor is limited. Participants are encouraged to carpool, bike, or walk whenever possible. The event will be held rain or shine.
Commemorative T-shirts will be distributed to the first 300 registered participants. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome; however, we kindly ask that participants with strollers or pets remain toward the back of the pack and use caution throughout the race.
Bib & T-Shirt Pickup:
Lace up your sneakers and join us this August for a fun and inspiring community event in support of health and wellness!
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Vineyard Haven Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
8 ft
Nearest Airport
HYA
Cape Cod Gateway Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 48 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at MV Hospital Sullivan 5K Run/Walk, 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)
MV Hospital Sullivan 5K Run/Walk
Aug 22, 2026