Exercise is essential for both physical and mental well-being, but as a mom, prioritizing yourself can be challenging. Whether you have a competitive streak or enjoy pushing yourself to new limits, participating in endurance events can be a fun and rewarding way to stay active. From beginner-friendly 5Ks and triathlons to marathons and adventure races, Cape Cod offers a variety of events to challenge and motivate you. Many of these events are family-friendly; some are even stroller-friendly, so you can bring your little ones along for the ride. This Cape Cod race guide to all of the different events in the area from summer to fall can help you plan what works best for you.
I hope you find joy not only in the race but also in the journey of getting there!
Key
- 🐣 Family-Friendly: Allows children to race or has a specific kid-friendly race
- 🏃♂️ Stroller-Friendly: Permits the use of strollers
- 🌟 Great for Beginners: Ideal for those new or returning to endurance events
- 💰 Fundraising Required: Participants are required to fundraise for the event
Note
- The event name links to the official race website for more information.
- The date links to the registration page.
June
| Event | Date | Location | Event Type | Distance(s) |
| Hyannis 1 Triathlon | June 8 | Hyannis | Triathlon, Duathlon, Relay, Aquabike, Aquathlon | Sprint, Olympic |
| MBCC Against the Tide Cape Cod 💰 🐣 |
June 8 | Brewster | Swim, Run, Walk | 5k, 10k, 1/2 or 1 mile swim, 3 mile walk |
| Walk for Home 💰 |
June 8 | Provincetown & Chatham | Walk | 2 miles |
| El Dredge Fun(d) Run 🐣 |
June 13 | Hyannis | Run, Walk | 5k, 1.4 mile run/walk |
| Wellfleet Sprint Triathlon | June 15 | Wellfleet | Triathlon, Relay | Sprint |
| Patriot Half | June 15 | East Freetown | Triathlon, Relay, Aquabike | Half |
| Buzzards Bay Swim for Clean Water 💰 |
June 22 | New Bedford | Swim | 1.2 miles |
| Harwich 5k Road Race 🐣 |
June 22 | Harwich | Run, Walk | 5k |
| Chatham Harbor Run | June 23 | Chatham | Run | 10k |
| Run into Summer – Challenger Club 🐣 |
June 29 | Osterville | Run, Walk | 5k, 1 mile |
July
| Event | Date | Location | Event Type | Distance(s) |
| 4th of July 5k 🐣 🏃♀️ |
July 4 | Plymouth | Run | 5k |
| Firecracker Classic 5k 🐣 |
July 5 | Cotuit | Run | 5k |
| Paul White Memorial Race | July 6 | North Falmouth | Run | 4.81 miles |
| Falmouth Sprint Triathlon 🌟 |
July 14 | Falmouth | Triathlon, Aquabike, Relay | Sprint |
| Whaling City Tri & Du 🌟 |
July 21 | New Bedford | Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Relay, Splash & Dash | Sprint |
August
| Event | Date | Location | Event Type | Distance(s) |
| Falmouth Road Race | August 18 | Falmouth | Run | 7 miles |
| Cranberry Triathlon | August 25 | Lakeville | Triathlon, Splash & Dash, Aquabike, Relay | Sprint, Olympic |
September
| Event | Date | Location | Event Type | Distance(s) |
| Hyannis 2 Triathlon | September 7 | Hyannis | Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, Relay | Sprint, Olympic |
| Pilgrimman | September 7 | Plymouth | Triathlon, Duathlon, Splash & Dash, Aquabike, Relay | Sprint, Half, Olympic |
| Cape Cod Canal 10k | September 15 | Buzzards Bay | Run | 10k |
| Canal Day 5k 🐣 🏃♀️ |
September 21 | Buzzards Bay | Run, Walk | 5k |
| Gut Check Adventure Triathlon | September 28 | Brewster | Adventure Race | Adventure |
October
| Event | Date | Location | Event Type | Distance(s) |
| Middleboro Fire 5k 🐣 🏃♀️ |
October 12 | Middleboro | Run, Walk | 5k |
| Cape Cod Marathon 🐣 |
October 12 & 13 | Falmouth | Run | 5k, Half Marathon. Marathon, Relay, Kids |
| Nantucket Half Marathon 🐣 |
October 13 | Nantucket | Run | Half Marathon, 10k |
