Road Events
It is the policy of the Town of Needham to allow Road Events (walking/running, bicycling, and motorcycling) to be held in and/or through Needham. The event organizers must represent a not-for-profit entity. No more than one road event may be held per day. (list is subject to change)
You can now apply online for your road event by clicking on the link below. A completed road event application must be received by the Office of the Town Manager at least 60 days prior to the event day and will be accept for the current twelve-month period only.
LISTING OF ROAD EVENTS PERMITTED FOR 2023
| DATE OF EVENT | NAME OF EVENT | TIME | MAP | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2023 | New Year's Day 5K Run | 9:00 AM | Link to map | Approved |
| March 19, 2023 | NHS Boosters Club Rocket Run | 8:00 AM | link to map | Approved |
| April 22, 2023 | Needham 2 Arlington Walk | 8:30 AM | link to map | Approved |
| April 30, 2023 | Needham Baseball & Softball Opening Day Parade | 11:00 AM | link to map | Approved |
| May 21, 2023 | Great Bear Run | 12:00 PM | link to map | Approved |
| July 4, 2023 | Charles River YMCA 4th of July 5K | 8:30 AM | link to map | Approved |
| August 5 & 6, 2023 | PanMass Challenge | 6:30 AM | link to map | Approved |
| September 10, 2023 | Jog Your Memory 5K Run/1.5 Walk | 6:00 AM | link to map | Approved |
| September 10, 2023 | Bikes Not Bombs 36th Annual Bike-A-Thon | 7:30 AM | link to map | Approved |
| September 16, 2023 | Needham Backyard Ultra | 8:00 AM | link to map | Approved |
| September 24, 2023 | Charles River Center 5K Run/1 Mile Walk | 11:00 AM | link to map | Approved |
| October 1, 2023 | Ride for Food | 8:30 AM | link to 50 | Approved |
| November 12, 2023 | YMCA Race to Kick Cancer 5K | 10:00 AM | link to map | Approved |
| link to map |