First Day 5K

JAN
1
2026
Kick off 2026 with the 11th Annual First Day 5K in Sandwich MA, a family friendly run and walk supporting the Jan Souza Scholarship fund. Enjoy a festive start to the year while helping kids access after school and summer programs.
Thu 1 Jan 2026
5 kilometers

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11th Annual First Day 5K

The event is a 5K held on January 1, 2026, at the Sandwich Recreation Department, 34 Quaker Meetinghouse Rd, Sandwich, MA. It is the annual first-day race that raises funds for the Sandwich Recreation Department Jan Souza Scholarship fund to help offset program costs and allow more children to participate in afterschool programs, special events, and the all-day summer program.

Race details

Onsite registration and race day bib pickup are available. The shirt order deadline is December 7. Walkers are welcome. Awards will be given to the top three male and top three female finishers and to the first place in the following age groups: 10 and under; 11-15; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; and 80+. Dogs are not allowed; requests to participate with a service animal should be made to the event organizer. Registration fees vary by age category, with sample starting prices shown for each group (for example, Senior 70+ and Youth 10 & under start at $22.60; Student 11-17 starts at $28.25; Adult 18+ starts at $33.90). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
First Day 5k

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