Mary O’Brien Memorial (MOM’s) Run & Walk for Cancer

Join us for the 2024 MOM’s Run

Mother’s Day

Sunday, May 12th, 2024

Contact: momsrun@srr.org

About

In November 2002 the Pilotte family lost their mother and grandmother to cancer, and since 2003 the Pilotte family has hosted the Annual Mary O’Brien Memorial 5K for Cancer, known as M.O.M.’s Run, on Mother’s Day in her honor. Mary (Pilotte) O’Brien was a longtime Somerville resident and was involved in many local organizations throughout her life dedicating much of her time to helping others.

M.O.M.’s Run took a forced hiatus during the pandemic, but the Pilotte family is partnering with the Somerville Road Runners to bring the run back for Mother’s Day 2024!

We continue Mary’s legacy by making this effort to help others and hopefully save lives. All race proceeds raised by M.O.M.’s Run benefit the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, widely recognized as one of the largest and most successful programs of its kind. Not only does the event support cancer research, it brings family and friends together to promote awareness for the health and wellness benefits of walking and running.

We make it a family business to reach the ultimate finish line: a world without cancer.  Between 2003 and 2019, M.O.M.’s Run raised over $230,000, all to the thanks of thousands of runners, countless volunteers, and generous sponsors.  We’re gearing up for a big return in 2024!

Race details

Who: Not just for moms, but for everyone! All runners, walkers and strollers are all welcome on the course.

When: Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12th, 2024

Where: George Dilboy VFW Post 529, 351 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02144

Race Day Schedule:

• 8:00 AM – Number pick-up and race day registration opens

• 9:15 AM – Kids Fun Run begins (.1 mile, 12 years and under, $5)

• 9:30 AM – Number pick-up and race day registration closes

• 9:45 AM - Walkers 5k start

• 10:00 AM – Runner 5K start

• 12:00 PM – Awards ceremony

• 2:00 PM – Post-race party ends

Parking & The T: We strongly recommend using public transportation or taking advantage of Sunday parking (meters are free). Short walk from the Davis Square stop on the Red Line or multiple bus routes. Parking lots are available on nearby Day St and Grove St, in addition to on street parking in the area.

Post Race Party: Immediately following the 5K, details pending. The Post-Race Event will take place at the George Dilboy VFW Post 529.

Entry fee: $35 through April 11th; $40 on race day if spots remain

Shirts: commemorative tank tops are provided to the first 400 registered runners.

Bag Check: Details t.b.d.

Prizes and Raffle: Prizes for top finishers, details pending. Door prizes and amazing raffle items to be announced shortly!

Number Pick-up: t.b.d.

Volunteers: We rely on volunteers to put this race on! Details for volunteer signup will be announce at a later date.

Course

1. Start at the Dilboy VFW and go southeast until hitting Willow Ave.  

2. Turn left on Willow Ave and continue until taking a right hand turn on Highland Ave.  Runners will need to stay to the right hand side of the road along Highland Ave.

3. Participants will take right turn onto Vinal Ave (right across the street from Somerville's public library)

4. At the end of Vinal Ave, participants will then take right hand turn onto Summer Street.  Runners and walkers will climb up and over the Summer Street hill, and will finish back at the Dilbow VFW.