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2026 Lead the Way 5K for TLC

Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location
Framingham, MA
848 Central St., 01701
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Run or walk a family-friendly 5K supporting The Learning Center for the Deaf, then celebrate at their Annual Homecoming festival.

  • Fun
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Family Friendly

Join The Learning Center for the Deaf (TLC) for their second annual 5K Run/Walk in Framingham, MA. This family-friendly event directly supports Deaf and hard of hearing students, individuals, and families. The race aligns with TLC's Annual Homecoming, inviting participants to stay for a full day of engaging activities, vendor booths, and food trucks, creating a wonderful community celebration for a meaningful cause.

What to expect

  • Join a family-friendly 5K Run/Walk.
  • Kids 10 and under can enjoy a free Fun Run.
  • Stay for TLC's Annual Homecoming with vendor booths, food trucks, and games.

Standout details

  • Benefits Deaf & hard of hearing students
  • Part of TLC's Annual Homecoming
  • Post-race festival with food & games
  • Kids Fun Run available

Perks & features

  • Food & Drink

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.2 Miles

    Sat, Sep 19, 7:30 AM EDT · From $34.63

    Opens Jun 1, 2026, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes Sep 19, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT

  • 3.2 Miles

    Sat, Sep 19, 8:00 AM EDT · From $45.25

    Opens Jun 1, 2026, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes Sep 19, 2026, 1:50 PM EDT

Vibe Check

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The course

  • Hilly
  • Family-oriented
From the organizer

Join The Learning Center for the Deaf (TLC) for its second annual fun and family-friendly 5K Run/Walk in Framingham, MA. This event will directly benefit Deaf and hard of hearing students, individuals, and families that TLC supports across the Commonwealth and nationwide.

This year, we are proud to align our event with TLC's Annual Homecoming. We invite you all to attend our 5K, and then stay for a full day of vendor booths, food trucks, athletic games, and activities. Admission into our Homecoming is free; there are additional charges for food, drinks, and vendor sales.

Registration Cost:

T-shirts are Adult Size S - 2XL and are included with each registration for ages 11 and older. The deadline to sign up for T-shirt is August 15, 2026.

Kids 10 and younger are free, and do not need to be registered for the main race, but parents can sign them up for our Fun Run!

Early Bird : June 1 through July 31

$30 - Ages 18+

$10 - Ages 11-17

Regular: August 1 through August 31

$35 - Ages 18+

$15 - Ages 11-17

Late: September 1 through September 19

$40 - Ages 18+

$20 - Ages 10-17

Walk-ins will be accepted for the Late Registration Fees above. Only service animals are permitted on the course and event grounds . We appreciate your understanding as we maintain a safe environment for all participants.

Tentative Schedule:

6:30 AM: Registration Opens

7:30 AM: Kick-off Remarks and Pre-Race Warm Ups

7:45 AM: Race begins

9:00 AM: Kids Fun Run

9:15 AM - Prizes/Awards

10:00 AM - Homecoming Begins; Vendor Booths Open

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