Black Excellence 5K
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Black Excellence 5K
The Black Excellence 5K takes place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Lynn, Massachusetts. The event begins and ends at Grace Methodist Church, 374 Broadway, Lynn, MA 01904. It is offered in both an in-person and a virtual format for the same distance.
Event distances:
- 5K (3.1 miles) Run/Walk
- Virtual 5K (3.1 miles) Run/Walk
The course is described as remaining the same while the start/finish location has moved to Grace Methodist Church. The route passes through city streets and is presented as a way to connect with others in the community while supporting the North Shore Juneteenth Association.
Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers aged over 18, and to the top three finishers under 18. The event listing includes a referral program: registrants receive a unique referral link in their confirmation email, each successful referral counts toward a total, and five referrals result in a $20 credit. Entry fees for the listed events are shown on the event page.
Additional event materials include a course map and options for contacting the race director or viewing results and photos after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
