Hawk Trot

Melrose, United States • 22 Nov 2025

Event details

The 2025 Hawk Trot is scheduled for Saturday, November 22, 2025, in Melrose, MA at 80 Sylvan Street (02176). The event is a hilly 5K held on the Melrose High School cross-country team's home course. The race supports the Melrose High School XC teams, with all proceeds directed to those teams. Due to the hills and terrain, strollers are not recommended. The best parking location is the lot off Sylvan Street. An interactive course map is provided by the organizer.

Awards and logistics

Awards are listed for overall finishers and age groups. Overall awards include Top 3 Male, Top 3 Female, and Top Non-binary. Age-group awards list the top male and female in each group, including Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 40-59, and 60+. The event notes that double-dipping in awards is not allowed. Water and light snack refreshments will be provided after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
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