Event Overview

Prepare yourself to go beyond your limits at the "Vest Up 4 the Fallen #SIXFIVE - Boston 2 Bourne," A continuous 65-mile tribute walk that will push your limits to honor the memory of our fallen heroes. Beginning at dawn on at the hallowed grounds of the 54th Regiment Memorial in Boston, we embark on a journey to Cape Cod's Bourne National Cemetery.

Course Description & Map

The team will be marching down RT53 and 3A South, traversing through the following city and towns Boston, Quincy, Weymouth, Hingham, Norwell, Hanover, Pembroke, Duxbury, Kingston, Plymouth, Bourne, Buzzards Bay, until they reach their destination at the Massachusetts National Cemetery on Memorial Day Monday, May 26, 2025.

Schedule

Registration Gathering Date & Time: 3:30am Sunday, May 25, 2025. Ceremony Starts at 4:30a.m. Step Off Time: 5:00am. Ending Date: Memorial Day Monday May 26, 2025. Ending ETA: 8:00-9:30am.

Registration & Pricing

Registration is $65.00 that equals to one dollar per mile. If you register after May 1st you may not be Guaranteed a shirt.

Packet Pickup Details

Packet pickup details are not specified.

What to Bring

1. ID 2. Reflective Gear, Flash Light and blinking light for the back of vest 3. MUST have at least a Head Lamp 4. Battery Pack and Phone Cord for your phone 5. Warm Jacket, Gloves, and Hat 6. At least 1 Emergency Blanket 7. Hand warmers 8. Few Pairs min. Change of Socks 9. Body Powder 10. Band-Aid Brand Hydro Seal All Purpose Adhesive 11. Extra set of clothing if rain is expected.

Race Day Info

Start Location: Boston Common; Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial, Boston, MA. Note: You are responsible for a Ride to drop you off at the Start and Pick you up at the Finish.

Awards & Categories

Top Individual Fundraiser must raise $2,500 or more to win 4ft Soldier Statue. Top Team Fundraiser must raise $5,000 or more combined to win 4ft Soldier Statue.

Parking & Transportation

Parking details are not specified.

Contact Information

For questions, contact via the race website.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policy details are not specified.