**Same Day Registration & Packet Pick-up is permitted and can be done at the Race Day Packet Pickup Location
Fitness Within's 3rd Annual
OPERATION RUN TO HEAL 5K
Opening Ceremony at 1:00pm / Race Starts at 1:30pm
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Race Day Packet Pickup Date/Time:
- Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Race Day Packet Pickup Location:
- Memorial Park, 53 Harrison Street, Reading, MA (near the corner of Charles & Harrison)
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Fitness Within’s 3rd Annual Operation Run To Heal 5K! We are proud to join forces with the Green Beret Foundation to create an event that will make a real difference in the lives of Gold Star Families nationwide.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, our 5K is for everyone. You can join us in person at Memorial Park in Reading or virtually from anywhere in the world on Saturday, October 12, 2024. This year's event promises to be extraordinary!
And the excitement doesn't end after the race! Stick around for an amazing post-race celebration at the Reading Common. Enjoy some drinks, great music, delicious food, and connect with fellow participants. The atmosphere will be absolutely buzzing!
Let's come together as a community and make a meaningful impact. Join us for Operation Run To Heal 5K and help provide vital support to our Special Forces Soldiers and their families. It's a cause worth running for!
Rain or shine, we'll be sweating, smiling, and pushing our limits together!
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REFER AND SAVE!
SAVE $5 for EVERY friend you refer! Once you register for the race you'll receive a referral link that you can send to all your friends, family and co-workers. You will receive a $5 refund every time someone uses your referral link to register for the race!
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WALK - RUN - RUCK
Whether you want to take your time, push your pace, or throw a pack on to experience rucking with our brave service members, we will complete the mission together!
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Operation Run To Heal Race Shirt.
Limited Edition Operation Run To Heal Dog Tag Finisher Medal
FREE Beer Ticket for the ultimate Post-Race Beer Garden Celebration (21+ Registrations ONLY - Must show ID at Race Packet Pickup)
Entertainment includes local brews, food, great music, and fun games for all ages!
Chipped Timed
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VIRTUAL 5K
If you can't join us in person, then make sure you join us for our Virtual 5k! Finishers will receive a Limited-Edition Operation Run To Heal Dog Tag Finisher Medal.
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ULTIMATE POST-RACE CELEBRATION
Get ready for an amazing 5K experience! Imagine crossing the finish line and grabbing an ice-cold beer! After the race, join us at the Reading Common for a post-race celebration with friends and family. Enjoy a beer or two, delicious food, music, and incredible company for all ages. It's going to be an unforgettable celebration!
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*This is a rain or shine event. No Refunds.
Event schedule
- Sat, October 12, 2024 1:00 PM - Opening Ceremony
- Sat, October 12, 2024 1:30 PM - Race Starts
- Sat, October 12, 2024 2:00 PM - Post-Race Beer Garden Celebration
Registration fees
5k Registration - Ages 21+ Closed
Registration includes race entry, athletic race shirt, 5k dog tag finisher medal, and a FREE Beer Ticket.
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$59.00Aug 31 - Oct 11
5k Registration - Ages 13 to 20 Closed
Registration includes race entry, athletic race shirt, and 5k dog tag finisher medal.
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$59.00Aug 31 - Oct 11
5k Registration - Ages 12 and Under Closed
Registration includes race entry, athletic race shirt, and 5k dog tag finisher medal.
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$49.00Aug 31 - Oct 11
5k Registration - Veterans & Active Duty Ages 21+ Closed
This registration is for veterans and active duty only. Registration includes race entry, athletic race shirt, 5k dog tag finisher medal, and a FREE Beer Ticket.
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$49.00Aug 31 - Oct 11
5k Registration - Veterans & Active Duty Under 21 Closed
This registration is for Veterans and Active Duty only. Registration includes race entry, athletic race shirt, and a 5k dog tag finisher medal.
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$49.00Aug 31 - Oct 11
Virtual 5k Registration Closed
This registration includes a finisher dog tag medal. Shipping is FREE!
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$49.00Aug 31 - Oct 11
Our Charitable Organization
GREEN BERET FOUNDATION
The Green Beret Foundation serves the Army's Special Forces, our nation's most elite soldiers. We believe Green Berets are our nation's greatest assets. At the Green Beret Foundation, we honor our commitment to Green Berets past and present by providing Special Forces Soldiers and their families with emergency, immediate, and ongoing support.
To learn more about the Green Beret Foundation and how your participation in this race supports Green Berets and 5-star families you can visit them at GREEN BERET FOUNDATION
5k Route
Runners Packet Pickup
Runner Packets: Includes T-shirt, Bib # with 4 Safety Pins, Race Map, Beer Ticket (21+ only), and sponsor swag. Receive your dog tag finisher medal at the finish line.
Pickup Date/Time: Friday, October 11, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m
Pickup Location: Fitness Within, 545 Main Street, Reading, MA
Race Day Packet Pickup Date/Time: Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Race Day Packet Pickup Location: Memorial Park, 53 Harrison Street, Reading, MA (near the corner of Charles & Harrison)
**Same Day Registration & Packet Pick-up is permitted and can be done at the Race Day Packet Pickup Location
Parking and Road Closure
Parking is available in these locations:
- On Harrison Street between Main Street and Orange Street,
- On Charles Street
- There is also a small parking lot off Salem Street.
Parking in Reading, MA, is only regulated Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Parking is available on Main Street, and many of the residential streets.
Road Closures:
Harrison Avenue between Charles Street and Orange Street between 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
In-town Parking:
The following two lots are now paid lots via a kiosk.
Free 1st hour, $1.00 up to 4 hours, and then $5.00 per hour.
- Upper Municipal Lot (lot behind CVS)
- The Brande Court Lot (the Old Atlantic parking lot)
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jacqueline Freeman | $160.60 |
| 2 | Al Sablone | $107.35 |
| 3 | Judy Brezner | $107.35 |
| 4 | Paul Sauerbrunn | $107.35 |
| 5 | Anonymous | $107.35 |
Top teams
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Fitness Within$1,240.93 Raised$5,000.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
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Reading FireRaised:$54.96 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Austin
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Austin FreemanRaised: $214.70 |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Alicia
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Alicia Modestino$108.20 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Heather
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Heather BallantyneRaised: $27.48 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Domenic Prisco
- Phone
- 781-942-2919
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Fundraising team
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