AR5K Road Race Course Map
The road race will start at the Knights of Columbus (K of C) on Nichols Street.
Runners will travel up Nichols Street and turn left onto Willett Parkway. The route then bears left around Westover Parkway and continues onto Rugby Road. From Rugby Road, runners will turn left onto Albemarle Road, then turn left onto Essex Street and left again Croydon Road.
The course continues with a right turn back onto Westover Parkway, followed by a right turn back onto Nichols Street to finish back at the K of C on Nichols Street (see map).
Important Note: When turning onto Nichols Street for the return to the K of C, runners should stay to the left side of the road until reaching the finish.
At least one water station will be on the route.
Police detail stationed both on Nichols Street, at the intersection of Willett Street, and at the entrance of the K of C.
Address:
Knights of Columbus No 2259
572 Nichols Street
Norwood, MA US 02062
Thanks to Our 2025 Sponsors!
Sponsorship available!
Interested in Sponsoring the Race?
It takes a village and the Norwood and surrounding communities came together to help us kick off this special event. Please email AR5KRoadrace@gmail.com if you are interested in sponsoring the race.
MATCH GIVE:
Everyone registered will receive a pair of socks.
The race matches a pair to charity.
At the Austin Reardon Scholarship Foundation, we are proud to partner with Life is Socks to support the Pine Street Inn. Every participant in our event will receive a pair of socks, and for each pair given, we donate another to those in need. In 2024, we donated 450 pairs of socks and in 2025, we donated 500 pairs of socks. We aim to make an even greater impact in 2026!
Jackie Hayes
Friend
“I'm happy to participate in anything that supports the memory of a fellow engineer. I hope the outpouring of activity around this road race will comfort them and remind them how loved Austin is and how much we all miss him."
Kerry & Ed Reardon
Parents
"Our son brought so much light into the world, and even though he's no longer with us, we want his spirit to keep shining. This scholarship is our way of honoring his memory and ensuring that his kindness, generosity, and passion for learning continue to make a difference in the lives of others." #ShineAustinsLight
Alli Kelliher
Classmate
“From kindergarten classmates to high school prom dates, I will continue to shine Austin's light. Austin was dedicated, supportive, and selfless in everything he did. Now as a coach, I hope to instill the indistinguishable qualities of Austin in my athletes.I am proud to be running alongside the DHS Varsity Cheerleading Team in memory of Austin: a remarkable goalie, dependable peer and an even great friend."