Gold Star Run for Honor

Details: Join us for an early morning annual Memorial Day weekend run or walk in memory of Scott Procopio who was killed in action 17 years ago in Ramadi, Iraq. Run/Walk distance options include: 5K, 10K, 1 Mile Walk and a Kids Fun Run.

Each of the last 6 years this event has continued to raise more than $25K that is allocated to High School seniors furthering their education.

May 23, 2026 (No Rain Date)

Choose from a 5K, 10K or 1 Mile Walk

The 5K and 10K courses are a mix of flat and rollers with one good size climb. All distances start at the same time, intersect and split at different points and all fuel stops will have water and electrolytes.
Strollers and dogs are welcome.

7:50AM - Kids Fun Run 
8:00AM - 5K and 10K Start

5K/10K Race Fee's *(+$5 for the 10K distance)
$20 through 12/31
$25 through 2/28
$30 through 4/30
$35 through 5/22 at 8PM
$45 Race Day

Youth 15 & Under - $20 through 5/22, $25 on race day *(Same price for both the 5K/10K)

1 Mile Walk Fee's
$25 through 5/22 at 8PM
$35 on Race Day

Kids Fun Run (10 & Under Only) - *Includes Event Shirt
$15 through 5/23 at 8PM
$20 on Race Day

This 1/4 mile Kids Fun Run is targeted for those 10 and under starting at 7:50AM. Pre-registered participants will be guaranteed a t-shirt. Their run will circle the shutdown rotary and will finish under the High5EM finish archway on Taylor St.

**IMPORTANT: If your child is 10 & under and wishes to participate in the 5K or 10K AND the Kids Fun Run, please sign he/she up in the 5K/10K so they receive an official race time.

Walkers will receive all the race accolades without having to run.

Participants will receive custom designed race bibs and finisher medals. Shirts will be guaranteed to those pre-registered by 5/10.

Opens at 6:45AM at Saugus Town Hall at 298 Central St.

Packet pickup is on race day ONLY. 

Overall Top 3 M/F  – Cash Prizes *Recognized at 8:30AM and 9AM respectively. 
Age group awards will be picked up at the awards table beginning at 9AM or once an an announcement is made, whichever comes first. 

1st, 2nd and 3rd M/F in each age group: Under 15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+

Top 3 Non-Binary

No double dipping

Cash Prizes

10K
Top M/F: $150
2nd place M/F: $100
3rd place M/F: $50

5K
Top M/F:$100
2nd place M/F:$50
3rd place M/F: $25

There will be a variety of community sponsors and vendors setup in front of the Saugus Town Hall. Essex Landing will be on site providing hot dogs for all participants and other food/drink will be available. Evolvement Radio will provide the entertainment all morning along. Stick around for the Saugus Memorial Day Parade to follow. New this year! If you're heading right out of town, consider swinging by Sylvan Street Grille at some point on the 23rd! Sylvan Street Grille is our series wide, year long post race pour provider. Choose from their Salisbury or Peabody location, anytime, all day! Just show them your race bib on the day of the event to redeem your much earned, free beer or glass of wine!

Races are held rain or shine unless we determine that race conditions are dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend. If the race needs to be cancelled there will be no refunds, but we will do our best to establish a postponement date. That being said, if a postponement date cannot be reached with all involved parties, each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid including other amenities paid for such as t-shirts, insurance, and online administrative fees. All fees collected are used to develop and produce the event, including all race supplies, staffing, and administration. 

100% of the event proceeds will be allocated to CPL Scott J. Procopio Memorial Scholarship program to provide high school seniors with academic scholarships. 

More About Scott
Scott was on his second deployment as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, having previously served in Fallujah in 2005. He was killed in action as a result of a roadside bomb on the morning of April 2, 2006 in Ramadi, Iraq.

High5EM | 978-594-7050 | info@high5em.com

We understand life happens and things may come up. We’ve implemented a FREE deferral and transfer policy through March 1st. Refunds/deferrals after March 1st (without insurance), will incur a $10 fee for administration purposes. In the case of event cancellation due to public safety, inclement weather or some other unforeseen power at be, the event will be rescheduled if possible.