8th Annual Dreidel Dash 5K & Kids Races

Top Pick December 6, 2026 Wellesley $11.00 - $32.00
Dreidel Dash 5K 2018 (Photo: Rick Bern Photography)
Dreidel Dash 5K 2018 (Photo: Rick Bern Photography)

Join us for the 8th Annual TBE Dreidel Dash, our beloved community celebration of Chanukah featuring our signature 5K race, Kiddie Dash, and Junior Dash kids races. Whether you are a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just coming to cheer from the sidelines, this is a joyful, festive morning for the whole community.

All proceeds benefit the TBE Youth Engagement Fund.

Schedule:

8:15 am: Registration & Bib Pickup
9:15 am: Pre-Race Assembly
9:30 am: Start of 5K Race (all runners and walkers)
10:30 am: Awards Ceremony for 5K Race
10:45 am: Kiddie Dash and Junior Dash Kids Races Awards ceremony to follow kids races

Race details:

Dreidel Dash 5K (all ages): A chip-timed 5K (3.1 mile) walk/run course through neighboring streets near TBE, with a few gentle hills. Turns marked by guides and signs; water stops provided. Discounted pricing for youth 17 and under!

Kiddie Dash (ages 5 and under) and Junior Dash (ages 6–10): TBE’s signature kids events, with a course of 1–2 laps around the TBE parking lot. All finishers win a prize — and costumes are strongly encouraged!

Chanukah Costume Contest: Come dressed in your most festive Chanukah attire! Awards will be given for best solo AND best group costume during the awards ceremony. Runners and non-runners alike are welcome to participate.

Race Swag: The first 300 registrants and volunteers will receive a custom knit hat!

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Fact Sheet
When
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where
Temple Beth Elohim
10 Bethel Rd
Wellesley, MA 02481
Organized By
Price
$32.80 5K
$11.60 Junior Dash
$11.60 Kiddie Dash

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