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Dates:Sunday, May 10, 2026 - Sunday, May 10, 2026
Hours:8 AM - 10 AM
Ages:Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:Outdoor
Cost:$$ see below
Category:Races/Walks

Join us for a meaningful Mother’s Day weekend at our Strides for Smiles Walkathon — featuring a 5K walk and a 1-mile walk fundraiser!

Enjoy fresh spring air, a vibrant community atmosphere, and a morning filled with purpose.

All ages and abilities are welcome — bring your family, friends, strollers, and even your leashed pets!

Why Join?

Every registration amount support Boston Children’s Hospital in its mission.

The registration includes a hat, drawstring bag, and more.

Event Details:
Registration Opens: 7:30 AM, April 6th, 2026

Event Date: May 10th, 2026

Walk Begins: 8:00 AM (both 1-mile and 5K) - Event Ends: 10:00 AM

Start & Finish Location: Needham Memorial Park

Registration Fees
Ages 12+: $25

Ages 0–12: Free

Pets : Free

Register by April 30th to receive your event hat and drawstring bag!

Course Details
5K Walk (~3.1 miles)
Route:

Start at Needham Memorial Parking LotWalk down Rosemary Street

Continue toward Needham High School

Turn onto Nehoiden Street

Continue onto May Street

Proceed to Webster Street

Continue to Thorpe Road

Turn left onto Mellen Street

Return via Highland Avenue

Finish at Needham Memorial Parking Lot

1-Mile Walk
The 1-mile walk begins at the Needham Memorial Parking Lot, continues along Rosemary Street to the Parish Road junction, and returns to the starting point.

Parking:

Needham Memorial Parking Lot

Needham High School Upper Lot (via Admiral Gracey Drive off Kingsbury Street)

There is limited street parking on Rosemary Street and nearby roads!

If you live nearby, please consider walking.

Have questions or want to sponsor us?

Contact info@iconeedham.org

COST↑ top

$25

WEBSITE↑ top

secure.childrenshospital.org/site/TR/DIYFundraiser/General?pg=personal&px=3170664&fr_id=2650

LOCATION↑ top

92 Rosemary St, Needham, MA, 02492 map
Phone: 7813757634

Needham Memorial Park, 92 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02492

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