
From the Organizer
DECA Dash
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and support the future business leaders of America! The Woburn High DECA Club is hosting its 3rd annual 5K Road Race Run or Walk to raise funds to help reduce the cost of competitions for our dedicated students. This exciting event will take place at the scenic Horn Pond, starting and ending at the Lake Street side parking lot near the Woburn Water Pumping Station.
Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Check-in starts: 8:30 am
Race start time: 9:30
Location: Horn Pond, Woburn (Lake Street side parking lot at the Woburn Water Pumping Station)
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles) Walk or Run
Whether you're an avid runner, a casual jogger, or someone who loves a good walk in the park, this event is perfect for all fitness levels. Enjoy the beautiful views of Horn Pond while contributing to a great cause.
Why Participate?
Support Woburn High DECA students by helping to reduce the costs of their competitions. Enjoy a fun and healthy activity with family and friends and experience the camaraderie of the Woburn community.
Registration:
Register by July 28th to receive a t-shirt.
Price: $30 for Adults age 19+, age 18 and under $25
A group rate of $20 per person is available for students up to age 18 in teams of 5 or more. Make sure you know the team name so you can enter it when you sign up. The first person must create the team.
Price Increases July 29th until August 13th: $35 Adults age 19+, age 18 and under $25
Online registration closes: August 13th at 6:00 pm
Day of registration available in person: $40 for Adults age 19+, $25 age 18 and under
Additional Information:
T-shirts will be provided to all participants who register by July 28th.
Water is available on the course, at the start and finish lines.
Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in various age categories.
Don't miss this chance to support the Woburn High DECA Club and enjoy a fun-filled day at Horn Pond! We look forward to seeing you there!
Contact Information:
For questions, please email Woburndecadash@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Reading, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
41,205
as of 2023
City Elevation
121 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 11 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.
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Woburn DECA Dash 5K
Aug 15, 2026