The Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 event in Newton, Massachusetts starts at 4:00 PM, making it accessible for travelers arriving the same day. The race takes place at Newton Highlands Playground in Newton Highlands on May 17, 2026. Entry fees range from $15 to $50 depending on age group and registration timing. This running event is designed with younger athletes in mind, though specifics about distance options aren't detailed. If you're traveling to the Newton area for this event, the afternoon start time gives you flexibility for morning travel and allows time to settle into accommodation before heading to the venue.
From the Race Organizer
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish. Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event. High School: We also welcome our high school runners! Our high school students will be running a 2 mile race. Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners. Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy. Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively): Pre-K 50 Yard Dash Pre-K 75 Yard Dash Kindergarten & 1st Grade 2nd & 3rd Grade 4th & 5th Grade 6th to 8th Grade High School Challenger Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs! #GetUpandGo
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 17.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Newton Highlands, MA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Newton, MA 2026 — Newton Highlands, MA?
Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Newton, MA 2026 — Newton Highlands, MA takes place on May 17, 2026. The race is held in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts.
Where is Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Newton, MA 2026 — Newton Highlands, MA held?
Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Newton, MA 2026 — Newton Highlands, MA is held at Newton Highlands Playground in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts.
Where can I find hotels near Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Newton, MA 2026 — Newton Highlands, MA?
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