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The Barrington 5K Run Festival is a fall community race centered on a 5K Run/Walk, offering shorter options for children and families. The primary race guides participants through Barrington's streets and fields. The festival also features a 1-mile Fun Run and a 50-yard Kids Fun Run. The event marks its fifth anniversary under a new name, establishing it as a developing local tradition rather than a major destination race. Top male and female 5K finishers will each receive a $100 cash prize. 5K runners can obtain commemorative shirts by registering early, and pre-registered children in the Fun Run will receive finisher medals.

The Blazing Trail 5K is a fall trail run and walk held at Ryan Park in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. The 5-kilometer course follows park trails and benefits the North Kingstown Firefighters Association. This is the event's second year, and it is designed for both runners and walkers, not exclusively competitive racers. The race begins and ends at Ryan Park, with the course entirely within the North Kingstown park. Participants of all ages and experience levels are welcome, including first-time runners, families, local residents, and those walking to support the firefighters association. Early registrants will receive a race-day T-shirt, and top finishers in each age group will be awarded medals.

The Southcoast Health Cancer Care Nicole Podkowa 5k is a walk-and-run fundraiser supporting cancer care on the South Coast of Massachusetts. Taking place in October, participants are encouraged to be active throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event offers a flexible format, allowing individuals to complete the 5K in person or virtually, either as runners or walkers. A free Kid's Dash for children 8 and under is also included, enabling families to participate without the day focusing solely on the main 5K distance. The funds raised benefit the Southcoast Health Nicole Podkowa Patient & Caregiver Fund. This fund assists cancer patients and their families with essential living expenses, including utilities, food, housing, transportation, cancer-related supplies, and other necessities. Consequently, the event emphasizes community support for patients undergoing treatment rather than competitive racing. In previous virtual iterations, participants could complete their 5K from any location, utilizing a printable bib and obtaining a long-sleeve Podkowa 5K shirt.

Gloria Gemma 5K co roku w październiku ściąga biegaczy i chodziarzy w okolice Rhode Island Statehouse w Providence na niedzielny poranny bieg/spacer na dystansie 3.1-mile. Impreza wspiera Miesiąc Świadomości Raka Piersi i inicjatywę Flames of Hope. Start biegu jest o 10am, ale biuro zawodów otwiera się już o 8am. W oficjalnych informacjach o biegu nie podają dokładnej mapy trasy ulica po ulicy, ale wiadomo, że impreza będzie w Station Park i w okolicach Statehouse w centrum Providence. Na trasie mogą startować zarówno biegacze, jak i chodziarze. Można też biec z wózkami, ale z tyłu, za biegaczami. Możesz dołączyć do drużyny albo stworzyć swoją, żeby zbierać fundusze dla pacjentów onkologicznych w lokalnej społeczności. Wyróżniają najlepszych zbierających fundusze i najlepsze drużyny, podkreślając, że zbieranie funduszy to ważna część kultury tego biegu.

The DEF Dash 5K is a live, in-person 5K run or walk held at Barnes Memorial Park in Dedham, starting at 11:00 AM. The Dedham Education Foundation established it following 10 years of Bernie’s Run, and the event has taken place annually since 2019. Hundreds of runners, walkers, family, and friends gather for a community race focused on schools, not solely a competition for runners. The day benefits the Dedham Education Foundation, Dedham Public Schools, and local students, offering age-category prizes, award ceremonies, food, drink, and music post-race.

The Amica Insurance Women's Classic is a 5K run and 3K walk for women, held at Brown University Stadium on Elmgrove Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island. The main run and walk begin together in the morning. Student versions of both events are available at a reduced entry fee. The event benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England, focusing on racing and fundraising alongside timed results. The 5K begins at Brown University Stadium, utilizing a certified, flat, fast course through Providence's East Side. The 3K walk, sponsored by Cardi's Furniture & Mattresses, mirrors the run's route, offering walkers the same stadium start and neighborhood course. Race morning also features children's races, a Kids Village, and a Health + Wellness Fair, contributing to a community atmosphere beyond a standard 5K.

The BMS Athletic Booster Club 5K is a community run in North Dighton, Massachusetts, taking place at 2700 Regional Road on the Dighton-Rehoboth High School cross country course. The primary event is a 5K (3.1 miles), and the same morning features a 1 Mile Fun Run for younger participants, families, or those preferring a shorter distance. Check-in is available throughout the morning; the 5K begins first, with the fun run starting an hour later. The course follows the high school's cross country layout, offering a school-sports environment rather than a typical road race. Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers in 5K age groups from 7-10 up to 60+. The fun run also awards the top three male and female finishers and provides medals for all participants. Early registrants receive shirts, and proceeds support user fees for Unified programs at Beckwith Middle School and Dighton Middle School.

Jog Your Memory is a 5K run and 1.5-mile walk held in Needham, Massachusetts, offering both in-person and virtual participation. The in-person race begins and ends at Mitchell Elementary School. This event is organized by a non-profit founded by Jess Rice and her husband Bob to aid individuals impacted by Alzheimer's. The event generates funds for Alzheimer's research and caregiver respite. To date, over $2.35 million has been raised. Over the last twelve years, 80% of the funds have been allocated to research, and 20% have been directed to a Caregiver Grant program, providing additional support for those caring for family members.

The EPFD Freaky 5k is a 3.1-mile road race in Rumford, Rhode Island. It starts and finishes at EPFD Station 3, located at 30 N Broadway. This is a community run and walk, not a complex race series, offering a single 5k distance and a local neighborhood atmosphere. Registration includes a T-shirt. The event connects with the East Providence Fire Department community via EPFD Local 850. The route guides runners and walkers through Rumford neighborhoods before they loop back to the fire station. Costumes are encouraged, aligning with the "Freaky" name. Awards are presented for both the fastest racer and the best costume. DJ entertainment and post-race refreshments are provided for participants and spectators. Proceeds benefit the EPFD Local 850 charity fund, supporting the East Providence community.

Walsh Middle School in Framingham, Massachusetts, hosts the 5K4Kids, a 5-kilometer run/walk held regardless of weather, connected to a family fair. A shorter family fun-run is also part of the day, making it suitable for children, parents, walkers, and casual runners, not just those aiming for a fast 5K time. The course begins at the middle school. Pets are not permitted unless they are service animals. The fair, featuring face painting, airbrush tattoos, a balloon clown, a bouncy house, and lawn games. Proceeds from registration fees, donations, and raffle sales benefit Wayside Youth & Family Support Network programs for young people, providing items such as emergency food and clothing, diapers and formula, school supplies, hot meals, holiday gifts, and winter wear. The raffle offers a practical incentive, with $5 tickets available on race morning for Visa gift cards, including two $1,000 prizes and three $500 prizes.

Powisset Farm Trail Run - Fall is a farm-based trail race in Dover, Massachusetts, part of the Barn to Run Trail Race Series. This fall event offers a 10k option, and the series provides runners with a choice of distances at its farm races. The route guides runners past farm fields and along forest trails, closely connecting the race to the land around Powisset Farm, unlike a road-course setup. Barn to Run also uses its events to connect participants with local farms and farm programs, with spectators enjoying farm attractions during the race. Sun Multisport Events, an endurance event company based in Massachusetts, produces the series.