The Brain Foundation 10K
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2026 The Brain Foundation 5k & 10k
This event offers two distances run on the trails and paths of Burke Lake Park, Shelter C. Distances include:
- 5k
- 10k
The route is mostly paved with a short gravel section and limited elevation gains. For the 10k participants the course is an out and back repeated twice from Shelter C. Walkers and strollers are welcome. Two water stations are placed along the 5k course at approximately mile markers 0.7 and 2.4; Gatorade is available at some stations. Public restrooms are located by the parking lot at Shelter A. Parking for the event is at Shelter C.
In-person runners receive a finisher’s medal, an event shirt, and the race is chip timed. T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before October 21; additional shirts for later registrants are available first-come first-served. Packet pickup is available at the event and participants are advised to arrive about one hour before their event to check in. Race day registration is available but t-shirt size cannot be guaranteed for day-of registrants. Registration fees are listed for each distance and increase on race morning by five dollars.
Points earned at this event count toward the Year-Long 5k and Back of the Pack Series and toward the Fall Series. The Brain Foundation charity supports housing for 36 people across nine homes and the run aims to raise funds for maintenance including roof replacement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
