In 54 days · Sat, Sep 12, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
Barnes Memorial Park, Dedham MA
Distance
5K
About this race
Race Overview
- Date: September 12, 2026
- Location: Barnes Memorial Park, Dedham, MA
- Event URL: Massachusetts Run For The Fallen 5K
- Purpose: Honor the sacrifices of our fallen heroes
Mission Statement
- Honor: The Massachusetts Run For The Fallen has been the gold standard in honoring Massachusetts Gold Star Families.
- Commemoration: We commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks.
- Expansion: This year we honor fallen Police, Fire, and EMS heroes lost since 9/11.
- Impact: 100% of your donations stay in Massachusetts to fund critical grants for families of Fallen Heroes.
Become Part of the Legacy
- New for 2026: Honor Fallen Police, Fire, EMS lost since the 9/11 terror attacks.
- Team Creation: Create your first responder team today.
- Tribute: A custom Hero marker will be created to line the course.
- Contact: Register and email info@militaryfriends.org to lock in your tribute.
The Challenge
- Event Type: 5K timed run, walk, or ruck.
- Family Friendly: Bring the family!
- Spirit: Bring the American spirit!
Event Highlights
- 8:00AM to 9:30AM: Bib Pick-up
- 9:30AM: Fallen Hero Name Reading Ceremony
- 11:00AM: 5K Run/Walk/Ruck Start *This is a timed event*
- 11:30AM to 1:00PM: Post Race BBQ & Family Festivities including military vehicles, bounce obstacle and more.
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