Description
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.
Date
Sunday, September 20, 2026 (No Rain Date)
Place
Lt. Ross Park
36 Johnson St
Peabody, MA US 01960
Race Start Times
9:45AM - Youth Fun Run (Not timed)
10:00AM - 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
Course Details
Both the 5K and 1 mile course are setup as an out and back, a mix of road and hard packed trail along the Peabody Independence Greenway, with a shared start and finish at Lt. Ross Park.
5K Course - Click here to view the map
1M Course - Coming soon
Youth Fun Run - 1/4 mile run and 400 meter coming soon
The 5K course will offer 1 opportunity for water.
Event Schedule
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