Celebrate Kate 5k
Sun, May 17, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Walk
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk the Celebrate Kate 5k, supporting local scholarships and domestic violence awareness in Springfield, MA. A meaningful event for a great cause.
- For a Cause
For a CauseThe 12th Annual Celebrate Kate 5k invites you to Springfield, MA, on Sunday, May 17, 2026. This event honors Kathryn Mauke, with proceeds benefiting the Kathryn Mauke memorial scholarship fund for local graduating seniors. It also supports domestic violence awareness and related causes, making your participation a meaningful contribution to the community. Join fellow runners and walkers for a day dedicated to remembrance and support.
What to expect
- Participate in a 3.1-mile run or walk through East Forest Park.
- Enjoy a provided lunch from Nathan Bill's after your race.
- Engage in raffle sales and cornhole qualifiers throughout the morning.
Standout details
- Kathryn Mauke memorial scholarship fund
- Supports domestic violence awareness
From the organizer
We are excited to announce that the 12th Annual Celebrate Kate 5k will be on Sunday May 17, 2026 at Nathan Bills in East Forest Park!
UPDATED SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ON RACE DAY:
7:00AM - Volunteers Arrive
8:00AM - Registration/Packet Pick-Up Opens
8:30AM - Raffle Sales & Cornhole Qualifiers Begin
9:25AM - National Anthem
9:30AM - Runners Start
9:45AM - Walkers Start
11:00AM - Awards Ceremony
11:30AM - Lunch Provided by Nathan Bill's
12:00PM- 50/50 Cornhole Finals
1:00PM - Raffle Winners Chosen
Proceeds go towards the Kathryn Mauke memorial scholarship fund for local graduating seniors, and to donations made in support of domestic violence awareness and causes.