
Welltown 5K Run & Walk: Carnival Edition is a running race on August 16, 2026 in Provincetown, MA, with entry fees from $30 to $50.
From the Organizer
Celebrate Carnival in Provincetown by sharing some self-love in the form of fresh air, exercise and community right in step with your LGBTQ+ family. Welltown 5k will stretch the entirety of Commercial Street giving you a start-to-finish, rainbow-railroad takeover of the main drag of the world’s premier queer travel destination.
Chips/timers will be provided for all runners. We also welcome walkers of any pace. Remember this is CARNIVAL - and all are encouraged to come in your best looks to celebrate the weekend!
Registrants will meet up in front of Harbor Hotel, 698 Commercial St., starting at 7:00AM on Sunday, August 16. Coffee will be provided. The run/walk will kick off at 8:30AM across the street at the start of Commercial Street.
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
64°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chatham Muni Ap, 27 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
12 ft
Nearest Airport
HYA
Cape Cod Gateway Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Welltown 5K Run & Walk: Carnival Edition, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Provincetown than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
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Welltown 5K Run & Walk: Carnival Edition
Aug 16, 2026