Bill Dunn Jr Memorial Road Race

The Bill Dunn Jr Memorial Road Race returns to Quincy, Massachusetts on June 27th, 2026 at St Thomas Aquanis Hall in the heart of the city.
Race morning finds runners and walkers gathering along Washington Street near downtown Quincy. The event offers a scenic route through the historic neighbourhoods, with participants passing by landmarks like the Quincy Center for the Arts and the old Quincy Common Park before heading towards the finish line on St Thomas Aquanis Hall's grounds.
Since its inception in 2015, the Bill Dunn Jr Memorial Road Race has grown to become an annual community event. In 2026, more than 800 participants are expected to run and walk alongside local families and friends. The race supports a scholarship fund for Quincy High School students pursuing higher education.
The course venue offers a mix of firm and slightly soft terrain on Washington Street before transitioning onto the hall's grounds near the finish line. Runners will face an elevation gain of 50 feet over the entire distance, with aid stations set up at strategic intervals along the route to ensure hydration and nutrition are available throughout the race.
On June 27th, expect temperatures in the low to mid-20s Celsius, which feels like a comfortable run. The average wind speed is around 13 km/h, so participants should be prepared for some cool breezes as they navigate the firm surface. Humidity levels are moderate at 74%, and while there's only slight rainfall expected (3 mm), runners will still need to wear appropriate gear.
The race offers a 2 Mile Walk (3.2K) feeing $28.45, and a 5 Mile Run (8K) for the more ambitious participants with fees of $44.35. Visit https://raceroster.com/events/2026/120746/bill-dunn-jr-memorial-road-race to register before the deadline.
Bibs can be picked up on race day from 8 am at St Thomas Aquanis Hall, where participants should bring their ID and a valid email address for confirmation. The start location is Washington Street near downtown Quincy, with age requirements of 16 years or older due to safety regulations.
This year's Bill Dunn Jr Memorial Road Race marks the event’s 12th consecutive year in Quincy, Massachusetts, making it an essential part of local tradition and community spirit. Participants can expect a well-supported race course through familiar city streets, all while contributing to important causes within their own backyard.