Irish American 5 & 10k Road Race

48th Annual Malden Irish American Club Labor Day Road Race

Monday, September 7, 2026 | Registration: 8:30 a.m. | Race start time: 10 a.m.

https://tinyurl.com/2026IALaborDayRace

Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking the course, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy a fun-filled community day with live music, entertainment for all ages, raffles, food, and a few Irish surprises we’re excited to unveil this year.

2026 Entry Fees:

July 1- September 6: 5K $42 | 10K $47

September 7: 5K $45 | 10K $52

Entry Fees Include:

Water on course and at finish line

Race T-Shirt  - must sign up by August 25 to be guaranteed a shirt! After this date, shirts and sizes will be on a first come, first served basis.

Entry to after-party

Two (2) drink tickets

Team Entry & Perks:

To qualify for team perks, a team must have at least 15 runners signed up by Monday, August 31. 

• Team tent with complimentary snacks, water, and beer (no alcohol provided for high school or college teams)
• $5 per person discount (When a team’s 15th runner registers, each team member will be refunded $5.)
• Participate in team awards: Fastest Team, Largest Team, Most Spirited Team
• Most Spirited Team: Bring the craic and show your team pride! Decorate your tent, plan a themed costume, own the dance floor, or dream up your own way to stand out. The more energy, creativity, and team spirit, the better.

The Course:

• Mostly flat course that winds through Malden’s Edgeworth neighborhood, skirting the Malden-Medford border.
• Well-marked with volunteers and police escorts directing runners.

Medals: 

Men's and women's winners and runners-up in the 5K & 10K races in each age group (17 & under, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over. Subject to change based on entries.

Charitable Partner:

A portion of this year’s road race proceeds will be donated to the Malden Warming Center. The Malden Warming Center serves adult individuals experiencing homelessness by providing safe shelter and warmth during the winter months, recognizing each person’s inherent dignity and unique circumstance.

Interested in becoming a sponsor or volunteer? Contact Katie Iovino at (781) 264-1749 or katherine.e.iovino@gmail.com.

Sponsorships--Please consider a Sponsorship!  We are offering the following Sponsorships: In-kind donations,  Shamrock Sponsorships, Mile Marker Sponsorships, Finish Line Sponsorships and one Emerald Sponsorship! 

Contact Race Director Katie Iovino for details 

In-kind Donations 
Donation levels vary
Name on sponsor signage at event
Beer Garden Sponsorship also an option, with either product or cash toward product

Shamrock Sponsor ($250)
Name listed on race website/social thank-you post
Name on sponsor signage at event
Inclusion in pre-race email/newsletter
Verbal thank-you at awards ceremony

Mile Marker Sponsor ($500) – Everything in Shamrock, plus:
Name/logo on official race T-shirt
Small logo on race registration page
Social media sponsor spotlight (1 post)

Finish Line Sponsor ($1,000) – Everything in Mile Marker, plus:
Larger logo placement on T-shirt
Vendor table/tent presence at event, if desired
Recognition at start/finish line announcements
2 complimentary race entries
Featured sponsor spotlight (dedicated social/email mention)

Emerald Sponsor ($2,500)  Only 1 available! – Everything in Finish Line, plus:
“Presented by…” or top billing wherever appropriate
Premium/top logo placement on shirt and all materials
Naming rights to a race element (Kids Run, Water Stop, Awards, Finish Chute, etc.)
Opportunity to provide branded giveaway or award
4 complimentary race entries
Opportunity to present awards or speak briefly at ceremony