Northeast Arc To Host Annual Run 4 Inclusion & Family Fun Fest

Northeast Arc, a not-for-profit organization that helps children and adults with disabilities become full participants in the community, will hold its Run 4 Inclusion and Family Fun Fest on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at Market Street Lynnfield.

“Everyone has a 5K, but we like to be unique, so we have a 4K,” said Jo Ann Simons, President and CEO of Northeast Arc. “Our Run for 4 Inclusion is a shorter run which makes it easier for more people to participate. If people don’t want to run, they can walk or roll. At Northeast Arc we are all about inclusion and this event mirrors our efforts.”

Registration for the Run 4 Inclusion begins at 7:30 a.m. with the run/walk starting at 9:00 a.m.

The Family Fun Fest part of the event which will run from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and include games, bubbles, face painting and more. Attendees will also enjoy music, swag, and samples from some of the businesses at Market Street. The Chicken and the Pig food truck will be at the event, with sandwiches and snacks available for purchase. Wellness in Motion Boston will be providing complimentary messages to attendees.

Participants are encouraged to create a team and fundraise to support Northeast Arc. Runners must raise a minimum of $50 to participate. There is no fundraising minimum for those who choose to walk. The Family Fun Fest is free and no registration is required.

To learn more and create a team visit www.ne-arc.org/4k.