The Ryan Shaw Memorial 5k
The Ryan Shaw Memorial 5k is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Brighton, MA, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (107 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us as the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity’s Boston Chapter hosts the ninth annual Ryan Shaw Memorial 5K run/walk along the Charles River in Boston in remembrance of our brother and friend Ryan Scott Shaw. Ryan passed away at the age of 18 on May 9th, 2016 shortly after being diagnosed with bacterial meningitis. The Ryan Shaw Memorial 5K run/walk aims to preserve Ryan's legacy through this memorial event.
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
56°
Typical Low
37°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jamaica Plain, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brighton, MA
Population
663,972
as of 2023
City Elevation
92 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 8 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
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107
Days to train
- Race
- The Ryan Shaw Memorial 5k
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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The Ryan Shaw Memorial 5k
Nov 7, 2026