Greater Beverly YMCA Fly By 5K & Kids Fun Run
Sunday, October 18, 2026| Kids Fun Run starts at 8:10am | Race Starts at 8:30 am
Run for a Reason: Your Support Makes the Difference
Run for a reason. The Y is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to our programming and services, from life-saving swim safety to youth development and childcare. We reinvest millions of dollars each year in financial assistance and scholarships, supporting thousands of families and individuals in the communities we serve.
Your registration supports this essential mission, ensuring we can continue to help those in our community who need the Y most. Your commitment directly strengthens the Greater Beverly YMCA and the neighbors we serve every day. By participating, you’re not just running a race—you’re making a life-changing impact.
Get your running shoes ready! Join us on October 18th for the 2026 Greater Beverly YMCA Fly By 5K, starting and finishing at the Beverly Regional Airport. It’s more than a race—it’s a unique chance to challenge yourself on the airfield grounds while supporting the McPherson Youth Center and the Open Air & Space Museum housed on the airport campus. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!
Race Map
Go the Extra Mile: Our Fundraising Levels
Join our mission to provide financial assistance by reaching one of our meaningful fundraising levels! Every dollar you raise supports vital Y programs in our community.
The Starting Line: Registration Level. Simply signing up supports our cause and starts the transformation!
Runway Racer: Raise a total of $50.
Skybound Supporter: Raise a total of $100.
Cloud Nine Champion: Raise a total of $250 or more to become one of our top champions!
Race Day Details
Race Start Time: 8:30 AM
Kids Fun Run Time: 8:10 AM
Course Details: Dogs are NOT allowed at the Beverly Regional Airport.
Refund Policy: All sales are final, no refunds will be offered.
Timing: Timing Provided by Bay State Race Services.
Swag: Race shirts (adult are unisex crew neck) and are available on a first come first served while supplies last. Shirts must be picked up by the start of the race.
Parking: Free on-site parking at the airport terminal. Please do not park on the access road.
Race Day Pick-up: Begins at 7:00 AM at Beverly Regional Airport, Beverly MA
Results, Awards & Celebration
- Results: Posted at the finish line and emailed to participants post-race.
Overall Winners: Medals for 1st Place Male & Female.
Age Groups: Medals for Top 3 Male & Female: 13 & under, 14–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+.
Open Categories: Medals for Top 3 Non-binary and Top 3 Wheelchair finishers.
Local Honors: Special prizes for the 1st Place Male & Female Beverly residents.
Quick Links & Resources
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YMCA Member Resources:
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Upcoming YMCA Races and Community Events:
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Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Adult
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Register for 5K Adult$44.79Jan 1 - Oct 18
YNSStaff Access code only
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FreeJan 1 - Oct 18
60 Days to My 5K Access code only
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FreeJan 1 - Oct 18
5K Child
13 and under
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Register for 5K Child$18.04Jan 1 - Oct 18
FRIEND SPONSOR
2 complimentary registrations per race-Recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runners- Logo on all publicity- Recognition by race announcer throughout race- Logo on race shirts-Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for FRIEND SPONSOR$269.47
Friend Sponsor
Jan 1 - Oct 18
SUPPORT SPONSOR
4 complimentary registrations per race-Recognition of sponsor in all race promotion, runner, recruitment, and confirmation emails-Recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runner-Logo on all publicity-Provide own banner if desired-Recognition by race announcer throughout race-Table on race day-Logo on race shirts-Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for SUPPORT SPONSOR$536.94Jan 1 - Oct 18
LEAD SPONSOR
6 complimentary registrations per race-recognition of sponsor in all race promotion, runner, recruitment, and confirmation emails- recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runners-Preferred logo placement on all publicity-Provide own banner if desired-Recognition by race announcer throughout race-Table on race day-Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for LEAD SPONSOR$1,071.89Jan 1 - Oct 18
TITLE SPONSOR
10 complimentary registrations per race-Recognition of sponsor in all race promotion, runner, recruitment, and confirmation emails-Recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runner-Priority logo placement on all publicity -Exclusive title sponsor flag at finish line (provided by YMCA)-Logo on start/finish flap (provided by YMCA) -Provide own banner if desired-Invitation to announce start of race-Recognition by race announcer throughout race-Exclusive table in proximity to registration table-Priority logo placement on race shirts -Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for TITLE SPONSOR$3,211.69Jan 1 - Oct 18
Bib/Shirt Pick-Up Info
Sterling Center YMCA 254 Essex Street, Beverly: Thursday, April 27th 2-6pm, Friday, April 28th 9:00-6:00pm and on race day beginning at 7:30am at Lynch Park, Beverly MA
Event schedule
- Sun, October 18, 2026 8:10 AM - Kids Fun Run
- Sun, October 18, 2026 8:30 AM - 5K Road Race
Contact information
- Event contact
- Carol Meyer
- Phone
- 978.564.3468
