Road to Wellness 5K Run
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About the race
The Road to Wellness 5K Run / 2-Mile Walk is a free community health and wellness event held in Roxbury, MA at The Dimock Center. The event is presented through a partnership of HoodFit, The Dimock Center, and the Boston Athletic Association and is scheduled as the 12th Annual Road to Wellness on September 12, 2026. Registration for the 2026 event is open.
The event offers two organized distances:
- 5K Run
- 2‑Mile Walk
A free weekly Summer Training Series runs in the months before the event. Training sessions have taken place at locations such as Malcolm X Park, Franklin Park Playstead, and The Dimock Center. The training series includes warmups, walk/run segments, strength exercises, stretching, and cooldowns, and the program has provided free water and snacks through local sponsorships.
The Road to Wellness program also organizes volunteer opportunities on dates tied to the event weekend and accepts nominations for a community volunteer award with a published nomination deadline of August 12, 2026. The event emphasizes a community-based approach to wellness through movement and includes a Kids’ Fun Zone and a Health & Fitness Pavilion as part of the overall activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
