The in-person walk/run will take place in the Shattuck Picnic Area, Franklin Park, across from the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, 1 Circuit Drive, Boston. Registration opens at 8:00am. All walkers/runners must check-in at the registration tent and sign a waiver. Late arrivals are welcome to join the course at any time.

REGISTRATION
We encourage everyone to register online to participate. All donations will go directly to funding programs and services offered by the organization. Online registration closes on September 20th at midnight. On-site registration is available on the day of the event.

T-SHIRTS
All registered walkers/runners who have collected pledges will receive a t-shirt. Walkers/Runners who have not collected pledges can purchase a t-shirt on the day of the event. T-shirts for in-person walkers/runners can be picked up at the registration tent. T-shirts for virtual walkers/runners will be mailed approximately one week before the event. Please register early to ensure that your t-shirt arrives on time.

ROUTE
Walk Route
The in-person walk route consists of a 2.5 mile loop around the William E. Devine golf course inside Franklin Park. The route is suitable for walkers of all abilities. Walkers are welcome to complete as many laps as they feel comfortable. Virtual walkers can choose their own route and distance.

Run Route
The course begins and ends in the Shattuck Picnic area inside Franklin Park, directly across from the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, loops around Scarborough Pond, then around the William Devine Golf Course.

PARKING AND DIRECTIONS
Free street parking is available along Circuit Drive and in several parking lots throughout Franklin Park.

Franklin Park is close to the Forrest Hills MBTA “T” Station. To find directions to the Walk site using the MBTA click here.

FINISH, FOOD, AND FUN
The end of the walk will signal the start of the Multicultural Concert featuring local performers. There will be an on-site refreshments table with water and light food. There will be music and kid-friendly activities including face painting. Bring the whole family and help raise awareness.

In Person

• Join us at Franklin Park (across from Shattuck Hospital) in person from 8:00am to 1:00pm.
• Registration begins at 8:00am. The 5K run begins at 9:00am and the walk kicks off at 10:00am.

Donate

• Your donation will help us offer a range of programs and services to benefit our members; ensuring that they live a productive life. To donate, visit sicklecellhope.myevent.com

Walk/Run Schedule In person/Virtual

• 8:00am - Registration
• 9:00am - Run Start Time
• 9:45am - Walk Warm Up
• 10:00am - Walk Start Time
• 11:30am - Concert, Health Fair, Kidz Zone, Food