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Festivus 5K for Autism

Sunday, December 13, 2026, first start 10:00 AM, in Salem (Finz Seafood & Grill). Distances: 5K. Entry from $35; the 5K goes from $35 to $40 after December 12.

Date
Sunday, December 13, 2026
Start time
10:00 AM (earliest wave)
Location
Finz Seafood & Grill, Salem, MA 01970
Distances
5K
Course
Road or path
Price
$35 plus the platform's processing fee
Next price increase
Saturday, December 12, 2026: 5K $35 → $40
Registration
Open. Opened September 11, online signup closes Sunday, December 13, 2026

How to register

Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by December 12 to pay $35 instead of $40.

Register on RunSignup →Race website

Course and race notes

Help the Northshore Education Consortium raise money for students by joining us for the 15th running of the Festivus 5K for Autism on December 13, 2026 in historic downtown Salem, MA! We are expecting 500 runners! In fourteen years this race has raised over $325,000 for children with autism.

From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.

Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.

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