Walter's Run
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Walter's Run
Walter's Run is an annual holiday running event held in West Roxbury, Boston, centered at the Parkway Community YMCA on Bellevue Street. The event is presented in its 32nd year and includes a neighborhood course with chip timing and water stops.
Distances and events
- 5 km road race
- Kids Fun Run free for children
The 5 km follows a rolling route through the West Roxbury neighborhood. The event uses chip timing and has volunteers on course for direction and support. Packet pickup and race day registration take place indoors in the YMCA gym, and pre-registered runners may collect bibs and the event hat if available.
Amenities include a winter running hat for the first 200 early pre-registered 5k entrants, refreshments with water and limited snacks, and a before and after gathering area inside the YMCA gym. The Kids Fun Run does not require registration and finishes under the event arch; all child participants receive medals and candy canes.
Awards are announced on a rolling basis after the race. Race proceeds are donated to three local charitable organizations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
