The 18th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K is a running event held on January 9, 2027, in Lexington, Massachusetts, at 251 Waltham Street. The 5K distance starts at 11:00 AM, with entry fees ranging from $40.00 to $45.00. A virtual participation option is available.
From the Race Organizer
IN-PERSON 5K RACE INFORMATION (see Virtual 5K Race Information below ) Date/Time January 9, 2027 at 11:00 AM Location Start and finish in front of Lexington High School, Field House About Fast, flat 5K course through historic Lexington MA - USATF Sanctioned - Walkers welcome - Chip timed - Awards for in-person top 3 males, top 3 females, top 3 male cancer patients/survivors, top 3 female cancer patients/survivors, top 3 teams and age group winners - Long sleeve, technical t-shirt guaranteed to participants who register by December 17, 2026. Race Packet Pickup Advance: Friday, January 8, 2027, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Marathon Sports, 1728 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA. During this time only, show your race bib to enjoy 20% off Marathon Sports in-store purchases. Some exclusions apply. No early birds please. Race-Day : Saturday, January 9, 2027, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM at Lexington High School, Field House, 251 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA Results + Awards Race results will be emailed and texted to in-person participants who opt-in during registration. Race results will also be posted here post-race. Individual and team awards for in-person winners will be announced during a post-race awards ceremony. Parking There are parking lots in front and back of Lexington High School for use during the race. Additional parking is available in the following locations as well as on neighborhood side streets: Along both sides of Worthen Road Town Pool Complex parking lot, near 80 Worthen Road Center Playground, at the intersection of Clark Street and Park Drive Lincoln Park on Lincoln Street. Please do NOT park in the Hayden Recreation Centre lots located near the intersection of Worthen Road and Lincoln Street. Reminder As a USATF Sanctioned race, no dogs or bikes are allowed on the course or in Lexington High School. All strollers must line up behind the runners and walkers at the in-person race start. VIRTUAL 5K RACE INFORMATION Date/Time January 9-17, 2027 anytime and anywhere Location Run or walk anywhere that is convenient and safe Race Packet Pickup A link to a digital bib will be emailed to each virtual participant in advance of the race start. It can be downloaded and printed. A technical t-shirt will be mailed post-race to all virtual U.S. participants who register by December 17, 2026 and provide an accurate mailing address. T-shirts will be mailed in mid-late January. Results + Awards During registration, virtual participants will get instructions about how to submit self-timed race results. Virtual race results will also be posted here after the submission deadline. CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS The annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K in Lexington, MA raises money for innovative cancer research and patient support programs. 2026 race proceeds were directed to Metastatic Breast Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Caring For A Cure at Massachusetts General Hospital, Leptomeningeal Disease Awareness and Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Jimmy Fund, and Love Bus. 2027 charity partners will be selected by April. MORE INFORMATION Contact us for additional information or to become a race volunteer or sponsor.
Course & Travel Notes
Sunrise on race day is at 7:14 AM, with the 18th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K starting at 11:00 AM in Lexington, Massachusetts. The venue sits at 220 feet elevation. January typically brings average high temperatures of 37°F and average low temperatures of 18°F, with measurable precipitation on 34% of days. Boston Logan International Airport is located 12.9 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 220 ft elevation☀️ Typically 37°F / 18°F · 34% chance of rain✈️ Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) — 12.9 mi
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When is 18th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K 2027 — Lexington, MA?
18th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K 2027 — Lexington, MA takes place on January 9, 2027. The race is held in Lexington, Massachusetts.
Where is 18th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K 2027 — Lexington, MA held?
18th Annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K 2027 — Lexington, MA is held at 251 Waltham Street in Lexington, Massachusetts.
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