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Great Bear Run

📅 May 16, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Needham · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (May 17, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

4 mi3.1 mi1 mi

About

The Great Bear Run is a community race day in Needham, Norfolk County, on May 16, 2027, with a certified 5K at 10:00 a.m. and a 1-mile run at 11:45 a.m. Runners can also do both as the 5K Run and 1M Run combo (6.4 km in total).

Fun runs for the youngest participants include dashes for toddlers and kids. The event offers a lively atmosphere with refreshments, awards and teddy bears, and participants are encouraged to arrive early to get ready and enjoy the day with family and friends.

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