2025 Run Medford

Medford, Massachusetts | Friday - Saturday, September 26 and 27, 2025 | 5-mile, 5K, 2-mile, Kids’ Fun Runs, Celebrity Mile, High School Mile, Para Mile&nbsp; Starting and finishing at Medford City Hall, the 5-mile, Jerry’s Run for all Ages 5K race, and 2-mile walk are scenic tours through the heart of the city. Whether you are a seasoned runner or a weekend jogger, the course was created for all ability levels. The kids’ races are age-dependent distances including 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, 3/4 mile, and 1 mile, that all start and finish on the Dave McGillivray Track at Hormel Stadium. The Mayor’s Celebrity Mile (invitation only) is a one-mile course run on the Dave McGillivray Track at Hormel Stadium. Jerry's Run for All Ages 5K race is named after Jerry Panarese who was a member of the New England 65+ Runners Club and who became the director of the Run of All Ages which was held in Wakefield, MA for 25 years. The race’s legacy continues through the Run Medford event! The Run Medford event is the latest event created by legendary race director and Medford native Dave McGillivray! Dave's goal is to create a community-focused event that will have a significant positive impact on the City of Medford, its businesses, residents, non-profits, students, athletes, and people in need for years to come. Packet Pick-Up Friday, Sept. 26: Hormel Stadium, 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27: Medford City Hall, 6:30-8 a.m. Race Times Friday, Sept. 26 3 p.m.: Registration opens 5:15 p.m.: Kids’ Fun Runs 7 p.m.: Registration closes for Saturday’s events Friday’s activities will be held at the Dave McGillivray Track at Hormel Stadium. Kids’ Fun Run Distances 1 lap - 6 years old and under 2 laps - 7-8 years old 3 laps - 9-10 years old 4 laps - 11-12 years old Saturday, Sept. 27 8 a.m.: Jerry’s Run for all Ages 5K Race Start 8:10 a.m.: 5-mile Race Start 8:10 a.m.: 2-mile Walk Start (behind the 5-mile runners) 8:30 a.m.: Post Race Celebration Start 9:15am: Celebrity Mile, High School Mile, and Para Mile Start Course Restrictions + Support For the safety of all runners, skateboards, rollerblades, animals, and unauthorized bicycles and wheeled devices are not permitted in this event. Everyone participating in this event must be registered, including children. We highly recommend that children under the age of 12 be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18. Time Limit The time limit to complete the 5K and 5-mile course is 90 minutes. Those still on the course after this time may be asked to move to the sidewalk to complete the course as an “informed pedestrian.” Water Stations Water will be available along both the 5K and 5-mile courses as well as the Start Line Area, the Finish Line, and the Post-Race Party. Participant Perks Each participant will receive a finisher’s medal, t-shirt, a copy of Dave McGillivray’s illustrated book Running Across America, and for those older than 21 years, two drink tickets for the post-race party! Awards Awards will be presented for the Top 3 overall male, female, and master divisions in both Jerry’s Run for all Ages 5K and the 5-mile race. Other award categories to be announced. Awards for the Jerry’s Run for All Ages 5K will be presented in 5-year age groups for 65+ participants as well as age graded scoring for 65+ participants in the 5K. Post-Race Celebration Join us for post-race festivities after your run to celebrate your incredible race! Enjoy refreshments, music, food, and more! Price: Registration: USD 35.00

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