Run for the Beach 5K

Runners, walkers and kids are invited to particitpate in the Coastal 5k Run/Walk for the Beach in Beverly Massachusetts

Welcome to Salem Sound Coastwatch’s 15th annual Run for the Beach 5K! Every summer, community members gather at Dane St. Beach in Beverly for a fun, family-friendly race to raise money for Salem Sound Coastwatch.

Bring your family and friends to enjoy:

  • photo booth
  • life-size “Salt” the inflatable whale
  • interactive touch tank
  • fish prints

Cheer on the runners while having a blast!

Meet “Salt”

Explore Salt, Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary’s life-sized inflatable whale. Salt comes with internal organs and an air-lock that allows entrance for visitors of all abilities.

Early Bird Registration – May 31st Deadline

Register early and claim your limited edition Run for the Beach 5K T-shirt. Participate as individual runners, run teams, runners with strollers, or walkers.

Please note that T-shirts will only be available to those who register online by May 31st.

On-site registration starts at 8:00am the day of the event, card or check only.

When: 
Sunday, June 9, 2024 8am-Noon
Prices: 
Pre-Reg: $35
Phone: 
978.741.7900
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