On Sunday, October 18, 2026, the South Street Youth Center hosts its Family 5K Run/Walk at Jamaica Pond Boathouse in Jamaica Plain, MA. The race welcomes runners and walkers of all ages, with a special entry fee waiver for kids aged 17 and under. The event kicks off at 9:00 AM rain or shine, offering participants the chance to enjoy scenic views around Jamaica Pond while celebrating community spirit. Registration opens early at 8:15 AM, allowing families ample time to pick up their bibs before the race begins. A highlight of this year's Family 5K is the costume contest, where runners and walkers are encouraged to dress up in creative outfits. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes on display throughout the event. The day promises a fun-filled atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for families to come together and enjoy a morning out in one of Boston’s most picturesque settings. The South Street Youth Center Family 5K is made possible thanks to generous sponsors including Hope Central Church, WALKER Law Office of Attorney Robert M. Warren, and Martha Menson among others who have contributed at various levels to support the event's success. This year's race offers a unique blend of fitness, fun, and community engagement for all participants regardless of age or experience level.
Races Offered
5K Run/Walk
Oct 18, 2026
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Distance —
5K
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Type —
Running
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23 days remaining
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$ 25.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Boston.
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8.8° / 17.7°
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5.7° / 15.1°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 25m
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Avg rainfall
2.4 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
12.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
74.0%
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Sunrise
06:58
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Sunset
18:00
About Boston
Learn more about the host city, Boston.
Boston is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Massachusetts. It serves as a cultural and financial center of New England, a region of the Northeastern United States. Boston has an area of 48.4 square miles (125 km2) and a population of 675,647 as of the 2020 census, making it the third-most populous city in the Northeastern United States after New York City and Philadelphia. The larger Greater Boston metropolitan statistical area had a population of 5 million in 2025, making it the largest metropolis in New England and the eleventh-largest in the United States.
