Registration Link has changed: https://events.elitefeats.com/26blackexcellence (Copy and paste the link in your browser or click the link in the description) 2026 — Lynn, MA

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Lynn, MA
Venue
Grace Methodist Church
Start Time
10:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $35.00
Events
Link in Description to register
Includes
T-Shirt & Bracelet
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The 26 Black Excellence race starts at 10:00 AM on May 16, 2026, in Lynn, Massachusetts, giving traveling athletes a reasonable morning window for arrival. Based at Grace Methodist Church, the event offers 1-mile and 5K options, with entry fees between $25 and $35. Register through the Elite Feats events platform using the official registration link. Whether you're looking for a shorter mile effort or the standard 5K distance, plan your travel to Lynn with the mid-morning start in mind, allowing time for parking, check-in, and pre-race preparation at the venue.

From the Race Organizer
This is the New REGISTRATION LINK https://events.elitefeats.com/26blackexcellence Get ready to celebrate and showcase Black Excellence at our 5k event, where we come together to run, walk, and uplift each other in person! Join us for the Black Excellence 5k event this year! The course remains the same, but the location has changed. We are now beginning and ending at Grace Methodist Church in Lynn! So lace up your sneakers and get ready to run or walk with us as we celebrate Black Excellence in our community. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this event is for you. Enjoy a scenic route through the city while connecting with others who share your passion for health and empowerment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to show your support for the North Shore Juneteenth Association and be a part of something special. See you there! Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers over 18, and the top 3 finishers under 18. Ple

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Registration Link has changed: https://events.elitefeats.com/26blackexcellence (Copy and paste the link in your browser or click the link in the description) 2026 — Lynn, MA?

Registration Link has changed: https://events.elitefeats.com/26blackexcellence (Copy and paste the link in your browser or click the link in the description) 2026 — Lynn, MA takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Lynn, Massachusetts.

Where is Registration Link has changed: https://events.elitefeats.com/26blackexcellence (Copy and paste the link in your browser or click the link in the description) 2026 — Lynn, MA held?

Registration Link has changed: https://events.elitefeats.com/26blackexcellence (Copy and paste the link in your browser or click the link in the description) 2026 — Lynn, MA is held at Grace Methodist Church in Lynn, Massachusetts.

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