Day of Event  

Day of Event Information

We are thrilled to have you join us Strides for Action! Below is a general outline of the day to help you plan your experience.

• EVENT SCHEDULE 

  • 8:00 AM – Registration Opens 
    Check in, grab coffee, make signs, and connect with our community. 

  • 9:00 AM – Speaking Program Begins 
    Hear from advocates and leaders who are fighting for LGBTQIA+ health. 

  • 9:30 AM – Warm-Up with Reimagym 
    Get moving with an energizing warm-up before the walk/run begins. 

  • ~9:45 AM – Run Kicks Off 
    Runners hit the course first for our 5K loop along the Charles River. 

  • ~9:50 AM – Walk Kicks Off 
    Walkers follow right behind for the same scenic 5K route. 

  • ~10:15 AM – Post-Walk Celebration Begins 
    Join us back at the park for snacks, games, community tables, and a live performance by The Femmes. 

  • ~11:30 AM – Event Concludes 
    Thanks for showing up and stepping up —now let’s keep the mission of Strides alive year round! 

Event Tips:

• Dress comfortably and check the weather forecast to prepare for the day. Strides for Action will happen rain or shine!
• Bring water, sunscreen, and any personal items you may need.
• Parking will be available, but we encourage the use of public transportation and/or carpooling to reduce traffic and parking concerns.

DIRECTIONS:

Driving Directions to Artesani/Christian A Herter Park Parking Lot

 Address: 1255 Soldiers Field Road, Brighton, MA 02135

 From the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) Eastbound:

1. Take Exit 18 for Allston/Brighton.
2. Stay right at the ramp split toward Allston.
3. At the intersection (DoubleTree Suites Hotel will be on your right), turn left onto the access road for Storrow Drive/Soldiers Field Road Westbound.
4. Stay in the middle lane as the road curves past Harvard’s Athletic Fields.
5. The parking lot will be approximately 500 yards on your right.

From Downtown Boston (via Storrow Drive):

1. Take Storrow Drive Westbound (which becomes Soldiers Field Road).
2. Follow Soldiers Field Road past Harvard University.
3. The parking lot entrance is on your right after the athletic fields.

From Cambridge (via US Route 2):

1. Cross the Eliot Bridge over the Charles River.
2. Follow signs for Newton and Points West via Soldiers Field Road.
3. The park entrance will be about 500 yards on your right.

Public Transportation:

• Bus: MBTA routes 70 and 86 have stops nearby.
• Subway: The closest stop is Harvard Square on the Red Line, ~20 minutes walking distance.

Parking: Free parking is available in the lot shared by Artesani and Herter Parks. Please plan to arrive early, as the lot can fill quickly.

Google Maps Link: Parking Lot at Artesani/Christian A Herter Park