Mary O’Brien Memorial (MOM’s) Run & Walk for Cancer
Join us for the 2024 MOM’s Run
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 12th, 2024
Contact: momsrun@srr.org
About
In November 2002 the Pilotte family lost their mother and grandmother to cancer, and since 2003 the Pilotte family has hosted the Annual Mary O’Brien Memorial 5K for Cancer, known as M.O.M.’s Run, on Mother’s Day in her honor. Mary (Pilotte) O’Brien was a longtime Somerville resident and was involved in many local organizations throughout her life dedicating much of her time to helping others.
M.O.M.’s Run took a forced hiatus during the pandemic, but the Pilotte family is partnering with the Somerville Road Runners to bring the run back for Mother’s Day 2024!
We continue Mary’s legacy by making this effort to help others and hopefully save lives. All race proceeds raised by M.O.M.’s Run benefit the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, widely recognized as one of the largest and most successful programs of its kind. Not only does the event support cancer research, it brings family and friends together to promote awareness for the health and wellness benefits of walking and running.
We make it a family business to reach the ultimate finish line: a world without cancer. Between 2003 and 2019, M.O.M.’s Run raised over $230,000, all to the thanks of thousands of runners, countless volunteers, and generous sponsors. We’re gearing up for a big return in 2024!
Race details
Who: Not just for moms, but for everyone! All runners, walkers and strollers are all welcome on the course.
When: Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12th, 2024
Where: George Dilboy VFW Post 529, 351 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02144
Race Day Schedule:
8:00 AM – Number pick-up and race day registration opens
9:15 AM – Kids Fun Run begins (.1 mile, 12 years and under, $5)
9:30 AM – Number pick-up and race day registration closes
9:45 AM - Walkers 5k start
10:00 AM – Runner 5K start
12:00 PM – Awards ceremony
2:00 PM – Post-race party ends
Parking & The T: We strongly recommend using public transportation or taking advantage of Sunday parking (meters are free). Short walk from the Davis Square stop on the Red Line or multiple bus routes. Parking lots are available on nearby Day St and Grove St, in addition to on street parking in the area.
Post Race Party: Immediately following the 5K, details pending. The Post-Race Event will take place at the George Dilboy VFW Post 529.
Entry fee: $35 through May 11th; $40 on race day if spots remain
Shirts: commemorative tank tops are provided to the first 400 registered runners.
Bag Check: Details t.b.d.
Prizes
Top Three Overall will receive flowers from Nellies and a cookie basket from Lark Fine foods
Raffle
Don’t miss out on the raffle! Raffle tickets will be available to purchase on race day with the chance to win prizes from a number of local restaurants, local shops, and artists!
Win prizes to the Independent, Cambridge Naturals, Porter Square Books, The Ford, Lego Land, Healthworks, Sister’s Body, Elements Massage, Stretch Lab Medford, Posto, Painted Burro, Steele Canvas, Flatbread, Pure Barre Cambridge, Kassi Berman Designs, and more!!!
Number Pick-up:
Pre-Race
Thursday, May 9th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Dilboy VFW, 351 Summer Street, Somerville MA
Saturday, May 11th from 10am to 12pm, Dilboy VFW, 351 Summer Street, Somerville MA
Race Day - 8am to 9:30am, Dilboy VFW
Volunteers: We rely on volunteers to put this race on! Details for volunteer signup will be announce at a later date.
Course
Start at the Dilboy VFW and go southeast until hitting Willow Ave.
Turn left on Willow Ave and continue until taking a right hand turn on Highland Ave. Runners will need to stay to the right hand side of the road along Highland Ave.
Participants will take right turn onto Vinal Ave (right across the street from Somerville's public library)
At the end of Vinal Ave, participants will then take right hand turn onto Summer Street. Runners and walkers will climb up and over the Summer Street hill, and will finish back at the Dilbow VFW.
MOMs Run course
Thank you to our Sponsors!
