Whether you’re new to running or a returning participant, you won’t want to miss this year’s Pumpkin Dash 5k held on Revere Beach. This annual fall tradition is fun not just for the adult runners and participants but for children of all ages with activities for all ages.
The Pumpkin Dash 5k is back for another year! It will be held on Sunday, October 22nd on the gorgeous (and flat) Revere Beach and boulevard. Also back by popular demand is the Kid’s Fun Run with prizes for winners in all categories.
What Is the Pumpkin Dash?
Our annual 5k race, lovingly dubbed the Pumpkin Dash has something for everyone. Start a crisp fall day on the beach running with your child during the Kid’s One Mile Fun Run, then take on this fast and flat course yourself during the adult 5k race.
Most of our runners wear their spookiest Halloween costumes, not only to race in style, but to win one of the prizes for best costume, making this race extra entertaining for all participants!
Following the race all of our participants will get a free commemorative t-shirt and a race medal. If you are over 21 (and so inclined,) you will also get a free beer after the race.
The day wouldn’t be complete without a kid’s pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, and live entertainment for all. Included this year is a beer garden for our over 21 crowd.
How To Register
Fall is the best time for running and you won’t want to miss this annual Revere Beach tradition. Whether you want to walk or run in this year’s Pumpkin Dash 5k, you can register here for either yourself or your child. Registration is $30 for the first 50 adults and $10 for children. Registration goes up to $35 for the next 50 registrants and $40 for any thereafter.
Registration will also be open from 8:30 – 10 am on race morning across from Kelly’s Roast Beef.
This fun annual event is hosted by the Revere Beach Partnership and donations and proceeds will go toward their fundraising mission which is to preserve and enhance America’s first public beach for the enjoyment of all.
Where To Go
Revere Beach can be accessed by the MBTA Blue Line at Wonderland or Revere Beach Stations. It can also be accessed by the bus lines including the 110, 117, 450.
If you are coming from Logan Airport or Boston, the address is 600 Ocean Avenue, Revere, Massachusetts.
Directions to Revere Beach
If you are accessing the MBTA or “T” – take the Blue Line to Wonderland, or Revere Beach Stops
Driving Directions:
From points North
- I-93 S toward Boston
- Take exit 24B-A and merge onto MA-1A
- Turn left onto MA-16
- Turn right onto Beach St.
From points South
- I-93 N toward Boston
- Keep left merge onto I-90 E/Continue on MA-1A
- Turn left on MA-16/Continue onto Beach st.
- Slight right onto Beach St
From points North East
- From US-1 toward Boston
- US-1 keep left toward Boston
- Take the exit onto MA-60 toward Revere
- Roundabout take 3rd exit toward Revere
- Roundabout take 2nd exit onto American Legion Highway
- Slight right on Beach St, stay on Beach street
From points West
- From I-90 E/Massachusetts Tpke East
- Merge onto MA-1A N via the exit on the left toward Revere.
- Turn right onto Beach St.
- Turn right onto Ocean Ave.
Parking
Free and metered parking is available on Revere Beach Boulevard and Ocean Ave on a first come first serve basis.MBTA parking lots are available at the T stops at Suffolk Downs, Beachmont, Revere Beach, and Wonderland station.
There are Parking Lots on Ocean Ave close by to Revere Beach. Fees vary depending on activities and events occurring at Revere Beach throughout the year.
For More Info
If you have questions about registrations, where to park, or accessibility contact Chris Puiia at chris@reverebeachpartnership.com or call 781-305-4893.