Irish American 5 & 10k Road Race

Event Overview

48th Annual Malden Irish American Club Labor Day Road Race

Monday, September 7, 2026 | Registration: 8:30 a.m. | Race start time: 10 a.m.

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Race Experience

• Welcome everyone: Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking the course, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone.
• Fun-filled day: Enjoy live music, entertainment for all ages, raffles, food, and a few Irish surprises.

2026 Entry Fees

• Early registration: July 1- September 6: 5K $42 | 10K $47
• Race day registration: September 7: 5K $45 | 10K $52

Entry Fees Include

• Water: Provided on course and at finish line.
• Race T-Shirt: Must sign up by August 25 to be guaranteed a shirt! After this date, shirts and sizes will be on a first come, first served basis.
• After-party: Entry included.
• Drink tickets: Two (2) drink tickets included.

Team Entry & Perks

• Team qualifications: Must have at least 15 runners signed up by Monday, August 31.
• Team tent: Complimentary snacks, water, and beer (no alcohol provided for high school or college teams).
• Discount: $5 per person discount when a team’s 15th runner registers, each team member will be refunded $5.
• Awards: Participate in team awards for Fastest Team, Largest Team, and Most Spirited Team.

The Course

• Course layout: Mostly flat course that winds through Malden’s Edgeworth neighborhood, skirting the Malden-Medford border.
• Course guidance: Well-marked with volunteers and police escorts directing runners.

Medals

Men's and women's winners and runners-up in the 5K & 10K races in each age group (17 & under, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over. Subject to change based on entries.

Charitable Partner

A portion of this year’s road race proceeds will be donated to the Malden Warming Center, serving adult individuals experiencing homelessness with safe shelter and warmth during the winter months.

Get Involved

Interested in becoming a sponsor or volunteer? Contact Katie Iovino at (781) 264-1749 or katherine.e.iovino@gmail.com.

Additional Information

For more details, visit the official race page: Irish American 5 & 10k Road Race.