Run for a cause. Run with the Y!
Bring your costume and join us for the 16th Annual Spooky Sprint 5K hosted by the Melrose Family YMCA. This family-friendly run/walk begins at the Y and travels through charming downtown Melrose and beautiful Pine Banks. Registration includes post-race refreshments, awards for top runners in every age category, and prizes for best costume. All proceeds support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone.
Race Details:
Saturday, October 25th, 8:30am race start
Packet pick-up for pre-registered runners: 7:00am
Race day registration: 7:00am
Pricing: $30 (Youth under 17 receive $10 off)
Register for all 4 YMN 5K Races: $100
***Price increases after 10/9/25 at 11:59pm EST
***No refunds available
Where: Melrose Family YMCA, 497 Main Street Melrose, MA 02176
Packet Pick-up:
Friday, October 24th, 2:00pm-7:00pm
Melrose Family YMCA, 497 Main Street Melrose, MA 02176
Race Features:
- Chip Timing by Bay State Race Services
- Post race refreshments
- Awards to the top finishers in each age group
- Costume contest
- Long sleeve t-shirt guaranteed to those who register prior to Thursday, October 19th.
***Price increases Friday, October 10th
The YMCA of Metro North Road Race Series raises funds for a variety of charitable activities that benefit our community. Participants in our four unique 5K races run or walk to support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund and raise money to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone. In 2024 the YMCA of Metro North provided more than $2.4 million in financial aid providing all children, adults and families with opportunities to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body regardless of income.
When you sign up for the Spooky Sprint 5K you’re eligible to earn a cash reward when you refer friends and family to sign up. Invite up to five referrals and get $25 credited back to you. For additional race information, visit: www.ymcametronorth.org/road-races
Thank you to our sponsors: Bertolino Foods, Lyon-Waugh Auto Group, McDonald’s, GraVoc Charitable Foundation, Webster First Federal Credit Union, North Shore Bank, Old Neighborhood Foods, Reading Cooperative Charitable Foundation, Casella Waste Systems
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