MOM's Run

Join us on Mother's Day 2026 for the MOM's Run, a Somerville tradition since 2003!  This year the Pilotte family and the Somerville Road Runners are partnering again to bring the 5k run/walk to the community!  

There is something for everyone for this great family event!  5km run, walk, and kids run!  And don't forget about the best post race party around, with food and drink from a number of local restaurants and vendors! 

Since 2003, the MOM's run has raised over $250,000, for 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 enforce the need for supporting cancer research, it brings family and friends together to promote awareness for the health and wellness benefits of walking and running.

We'll see on on Mother's Day, for the return of the MOM's run!

Race Day

• May 10th, 2026

Location

• Dilboy VFW, Davis Square, Somerville MA

Start Times

• Kids Run - 9:15 am
• Walk - 9:45 am
• Run - 10:00 am

Entry Fee

• $35 until May 9th
• $40 on race day (unless the race sells out, then there will not be any race day registrations)
• Kids race participants $5 - Kids race participants must be accompanied by an adult registration for either the run or walk

Course

• Visit the course map here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3189295339154235482
• 5km run and walk directions:
  • 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.
• The Kids run will start just before Willow Ave and finish at the start/finish line of the 5km race.

Results and Photos

• Results will be posted here post race: https://www.srr.org/moms-run

Race Shirts

• The first 400 non-kids race registrants are guaranteed a dri-fit tank top (unclaimed shirts / size swaps may be available after the race).

Bib and Shirt Pick-Up

• Thursday, May 7th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Dilboy VFW, 351 Summer Street, Somerville MA
• Saturday, May 9h from 10am to 12pm, Dilboy VFW, 351 Summer Street, Somerville MA
• Race Day - 8am to 9:30am, Dilboy VFW

Bag Check

We will offer bag check at the Dilboy VFW.  Runners will need to pick up and drop off their bags pre and post race.

 

Prizes

Cash prizes for OVERALL winners (M/F/NB)

• 1st - $100
• 2nd - $75
• 3rd - $50

Parking
Parking in Davis Square is limited. Arriving via public transit is recommended.

Post-Race Party

Immediately following the 5K.

Join us for a wide variety of post race food, snacks, and drinks from our sponsors! Details coming soon!

The Post-Race Event will take place at the George Dilboy VFW Post 529.

 

Special Accommodations
Runners of all abilities are welcome to participate in the MOM's Run. If you need special accommodations, please email the race directors at MOM'srun@srr.org and we will do our best to accommodate you.

 

Charity Beneficiaries
Proceeds from the MOM's benefit the Dana Farber Institute and SRR.

Over the past 20 years, the MOM's Run has raised over $250,000 for local charities — thanks for helping us give back to Somerville and surrounding communities!

 

2026 Sponsors TBD - Thanks to all the great companies and organizations that help make the MOM's Run Happen!