2024 Great Bear Run

The Great Bear Run presented by Needham Youth Track Club is a major running event in the west suburbs of Boston. It’s truly multi-generational. It has many unique traditions.

We look forward to you joining us for the 32nd Year of Running!!!

USATF Certified & Sanctioned 5K – The 2024 Great Bear Run will be the Official 5K of the New England Road Race Grand Prix series. It is a great honor for our event to be selected. We will have the same great event with some of the best runners from the area joining us. Learn More about the Grand Prix.

The Great Bear Run includes Live Music, Children’s entertainment and food!