Run Medford 2026

RUN MEDFORD

On September 25th and 26th, 2026, we’re coming together to celebrate running. Medford is where it all started for Dave McGillivray, and after more than 40 years of running adventures, he wants to show his appreciation the best way he knows how: by organizing a road race with the explicit purpose of raising funds that would directly benefit his hometown.

Race Details

• 5K Race: The race is named after Jerry Panarese, who was a member of the New England 65+ Runners Club.
• Jerry's Legacy: Jerry was the director of the Run of All Ages, held in Wakefield, MA for 25 years.
• Inclusion: The race was included in our Run Medford event to keep Jerry's spirit alive.
• Kids Fun Run: Bring your family and join us for the Kids Fun Run on Friday, September 25th at the Dave McGillivray Track at Hormel Stadium. The kids' races are age-dependent distances: 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, 3/4 mile, and 1 mile.

Early Bird Special

• Discounted Fee: We are offering a discounted fee of $35.00 + processing fee for the first 150 runners!
• Age Discount Pricing: Ages 12 and younger for the 10K Race & Jerry's Run for all Ages = $35 + processing fee.
• Free Entry: Ages 80 plus will receive a free entry.
• Sign Up: Register early to secure your spot at a lower cost!

Beneficiaries

Run for a cause! Run Medford celebrates ALL runners while giving back to the community! A portion of every race registration will be donated back to the school communities in Medford through the Dave McGillivray Finish Strong Foundation.

Registration Link

For more information and to register, visit Run Medford 2026.