We are excited to announce the first annual Boston Bulldogs Vigil & Run for Recovery at Franklin Park on Sunday, May 22nd. A tribute to those who have lost their lives to addiction and the family and friends who love them, the event was established to look back and honor those that we've lost, and to move forward in support of wellness and recovery.

The Boston Bulldogs Run for Recovery will follow Franklin Park's premiere USATF-certified 5K cross-country course. The race incorporates three, approximately 1-mile loops through Franklin Park's picturesque fields and open trails.

Awards for the 5K will be given to the the top three male and female overall, as well as to the top three male and female in the following age-group categories:

• 14 & Under
• 15-19
• 20-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70 +

We will also be having race-day raffle with fabulous prizes generously donated to us by local businesses and our sponsors.

• Public transportation to the race and vigil is available and highly encouraged
• Parking is available at two lots along Circuit Drive, leading to The Playstead, and on Circuit Drive
• Please cooperate with Park Rangers giving directions
• Please do not park in spaces dedicated to the golf club or Franklin Park Zoo
• Park legally!

If you or a group of individuals are interested in volunteering on the day of the race, there are many opportunities to do so! Volunteer roles include, but are not limited to, race set-up and break-down, registration table assistance, course marshals, cheering squads, water stop assistants., etc. 

Please contact us at [email protected] with your interests, we'd love to have you!

Pre-race packet pickup will be held at Marathon Sports in Brookline (1638 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445), and registrants will receive a 20% off shopping discount in the store during number pickup hours (some exclusions may apply). Packet pickup will take place from 3-7 PM on Friday, May 20th, and 10-3 PM on Saturday, May 21st.