Join us on Sunday, September 20th in West Peabody at Lt. Ross Park (CyTenny) for the Inaugural SAK Strong 5K run/walk, 1 mile walk and youth FUN run in memory of Chris Sakelakos. Chris passed away on September 16, 2025 after a long and valiantly fought battle against Osteosarcoma. We invite you, your family, and friends to participate in the race or walk followed by an after party with live music by Beach Nights, food trucks, raffles, lawn games, beer provided by East Regiment Beer Company, and more. 100% of proceeds will be allocated to the SAK Strong Foundation.
5K Awards Top 3 Overall M/F Top 3 M/F in each age group: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+ Top Non-Binary **No double dipping Team Incentive Top 3 largest teams to pre-register by 9/18 will receive the opportunity to setup a team tent on event day. There will be an award ceremony on stage at 11:15AM after the band kicks off.
5K: Short sleeve performance shirt
1 Miles: Short sleeve performance shirt
Youth Fun Run: Short sleeve performance shirt
Party Pass: Complimentary Beverage
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $35.00 | Feb 12 | May 31 |
| $40.00 | Jun 1 | Aug 31 | |
| $45.00 | Sep 1 | Sep 19 | |
| $50.00 | Sep 20 | Sep 20 | |
| 1 Miles | $25.00 | Feb 12 | Aug 31 |
| $30.00 | Sep 1 | Sep 19 | |
| $35.00 | Sep 20 |
Interested in this race?
| Sep 20 |
| Youth Fun Run | $20.00 | Feb 12 | Sep 19 |
| $25.00 | Sep 20 | Sep 20 |
| Party Pass | $15.00 | Feb 12 | Sep 19 |
| $20.00 | Sep 20 | Sep 20 |
9:45AM - Youth Fun Run (Not timed) 10:00AM - 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
8:30AM Pre-Reg/Race Day Reg Opens 9:45AM Youth Fun Run 10AM Start of the 5K run/walk and 1 mile walk 10:15AM Post race party starts 11AM Beach Nights Live Band Starts 11:15AM Award Ceremony 1PM Event Ends
Pre-race packet pickup will be offered on 9/19 in the parking lot at Champions Pub from 3-6pm. (We encourage you to pick up for your friends - No ID's necessary) Race day pickup and registration will be open at 8:30AM at race site.
Minimal parking will be available at the race venue. First come, first serve. Overflow parking will be a short walk down the street at 21 Johnson Street (Kiley Brothers Memorial School) More details concerning parking will be released in early September.