9th Annual Runners Helping Neighbors 5K Run / Fitness Walk
- Date Sun 9th August 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Westminster, Massachusetts
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 9th Annual Runners Helping Neighbors 5K Run and Fitness Walk on Sunday, August 9, 2026, in the picturesque town of Westminster, Worcester. This exciting event is not just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for those facing challenges in our area. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to participate in this scenic 5K course that features a mix of hilly and flat sections along Westminster's charming Main Street.
The day kicks off with walkers starting at 10:00 AM, followed by runners at 10:30 AM. Be sure to register by July 15, 2025, to secure your official race t-shirt! After the race, stick around for a full day of festivities on Academy Hill, including a vibrant flea market, mouthwatering food, live music, and family-friendly games. Come together with your neighbors and make a difference while enjoying an unforgettable day filled with fun and connection!
The day kicks off with walkers starting at 10:00 AM, followed by runners at 10:30 AM. Be sure to register by July 15, 2025, to secure your official race t-shirt! After the race, stick around for a full day of festivities on Academy Hill, including a vibrant flea market, mouthwatering food, live music, and family-friendly games. Come together with your neighbors and make a difference while enjoying an unforgettable day filled with fun and connection!
Organiser's Description
Neighbors Helping Neighbors is a volunteer-run, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Westminster residents facing hardship due to unforeseen challenges. The Westminster Benefit Fund is made possible entirely through the generosity of local families, businesses, and community groups.
Each year, the Runners Helping Neighbors 5K Run/Walk plays a key role in our annual NHN Town Benefit Daya day filled with fun, connection, and community spirit. Open to all ages, this event features a scenic course that winds through both hilly and flat sections along Westminsters Main Street.
Start Times
Walkers: 10:00 AM
Runners: 10:30 AM
Register by July 15, 2025 to guarantee your official race t-shirt!
Stick around after the race for a full day of festivities up on Academy Hillincluding a flea market, delicious food, live music, family games, and more!
Each year, the Runners Helping Neighbors 5K Run/Walk plays a key role in our annual NHN Town Benefit Daya day filled with fun, connection, and community spirit. Open to all ages, this event features a scenic course that winds through both hilly and flat sections along Westminsters Main Street.
Start Times
Walkers: 10:00 AM
Runners: 10:30 AM
Register by July 15, 2025 to guarantee your official race t-shirt!
Stick around after the race for a full day of festivities up on Academy Hillincluding a flea market, delicious food, live music, family games, and more!
Races
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9th Annual Runners Helping Neighbors 5K Run / Family Fitness Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 9th August 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 27 MAYThe course is family-friendly, featuring a mix of both hills and flat stretches. Warm-ups kick off at 9:50 a.m., with walkers starting at 10:00 a.m., followed by runners at 10:30 a.m. on South Street, across from the Police and Fire Station. Parking is available at Meetinghouse School and other designated nearby areas. Prizes for the top male and female finishers will be provided by Zen Yoga & Wellness, with winners recognized during a celebration on Academy Hill at 12:00 p.m.
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