Story by RHS Student Victoria L 9-25-2024
Although summer has come to a close and the air a bit chillier, events on Revere Beach are still to come! The annual Pumpkin Dash 5K is coming to Revere Beach on October 19th at 11:00 AM. Not only will it include the 5k trail but also live music, pumpkin carving, cookie decorating, and a pumpkin patch!
I spoke to Jen Lanes, who participated last year about her experience doing the Pumpkin Dash. She said, This will be my second year taking part. The sense of community and enjoyment is what inspired me to join again. I was a bit nervous last year since it was my first 5K, but everyone was so friendly and supportive. There’s also a wonderful feeling of achievement when you cross the finish line.
Personally, a 5k seems like a long distance to be running and like something you’d need to prepare for over a long course of time. When asked about her preparation routine before the Dash, Jen says “I began my preparation by taking daily walks, gradually increasing both the distance and duration. After a couple of weeks, I added some jogging to my routine. Additionally, I train at a boxing gym a few times a week.
Registration for the Dash includes an official Pumpkin Dash T-shirt, a commemorative race medal, and a post-race beer for participants 21+. The “flat and fast” beachside Dash starts at 220 Revere Beach Boulevard and ends halfway around Eliot Circle.
I highly recommend this event for families! One of the best aspects of the Pumpkin Dash is that participants can either walk or run, making it accessible for everyone, including pets. The beach setting adds to the fun atmosphere, and there’s live music along with entertaining activities for kids, such as pumpkin carving, pumpkin picking, and cookie decorating.
Along with the 5k Pumpkin Dash is also a mile long kid’s Fun Run, making it the perfect spot for you and your family to enjoy a beachside view while staying active!
If you’re interested in participating in this year’s Pumpkin Dash you can register at https://raceroster.com/events/2024/84192/revere-beach-partnership-pumpkin-dash.
We hope to see you there!
