STEP UP FOR COLLEEN 5K WALK/RUN - Step Up For Colleen 5K Walk/Run

May 2, 2027Andover, MA, United States

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Distance

3.1 mi

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Terrain

Road

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About this run

The friends and family of Colleen Ritzer created this 5K Walk/Run to celebrate Colleen’s life and her commitment to helping and inspiring others. Through the Step Up for Colleen Walk/Run, organizers and participants celebrate Colleen and the values by which she lived. The net proceeds benefit the Colleen E. Ritzer Memorial Fund, Inc. which benefits charitable activities honoring Colleen’s legacy including the Colleen E. Ritzer Memorial Scholarship. The Scholarship was established by Colleen’s family to benefit graduating high school seniors, who are Andover and Danvers residents, who demonstrate a passion for teaching, academic excellence and love of family and who will pursue a degree in education. Learn more about Colleen, this event and the Colleen E. Ritzer Memorial Scholarship.

Typical conditions

For events around May 2027 in Andover, MA, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

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