Annual Home Of The Brave 5K Walk or Run for Fun

  • Date Sat 8th November 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Sturbridge, Massachusetts
  • Price $12.10 - $28.00
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the Annual Home of the Brave 5K Walk or Run for Fun on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in the picturesque Sturbridge, Worcester. This vibrant community event celebrates the bravery and dedication of our veterans while promoting fitness and fun for all ages. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with packet pickup and same-day registration starting at 7:30 AM. Participants can choose to walk or run the exciting 5K course, perfect for seasoned athletes and casual walkers alike!

Registration is affordable at just $20 for in-person entries, with special rates for military participants. All registrants will receive a free T-shirt and finisher ribbons, while there's a chance to win exciting prizes in our raffles! Medals will be awarded to the fastest finishers in various categories, including military participants. So gather your friends and family, lace up your running shoes, and get ready to honor our heroes while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this uplifting eventβ€”mark your calendars for November 8th!

Organiser's Description

2025 Annual Home of the Brave 5k Walk or Run for Fun presented by: Sturbridge Special Events Committee.

Join us in celebrating the bravery and dedication of our veterans.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

* 7:30 AM: Packet Pickup and Day-Of Registration Begins
* 9:00 AM: 5K Walk/Run Start
* 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM is estimated based on all participants completing the course with awards ceremony on the Common

Course Map: Click Here to view Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5727886999/]

REGISTRATION PRICING:

Free T-shirts and finisher ribbons are included based on first-come/first-served availability.

In-person: $20 / Day-of Registration: $40

Military: $10 / Day-of Registration: $20



PARKING: Within a short walk of the Sturbridge Town Common. See Map Below:

RAFFLES:

* All Participants are entered in citizen raffles. Names are drawn after the medal awards after the race.
* Special raffles for each military branch's participation and overall military participation.

MEDALS:

* Fastest Military Female & Male Finishers
* Fastest Overall Female & Male Finishers
* Fastest Female & Male in Each Age Division

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

Join our passionate 5K Crew and run for free! We're on the lookout for more enthusiastic volunteers to help bring this race to life.

* Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to the scene, your efforts make a world of difference.
* Share this opportunity with friends and family who might be interested.
* Come learn and experience the inner workings of an all-volunteer fundraising race, where every helping hand counts towards a greater cause!

FOR 2024 RESULTS

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THANK YOU!

Thank you for your support and participation in this event!

Races

  • 5K Walk or Run

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $28.00

  • 5K Military - Marine Corps

    Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $12.10

  • 5K Military - Army

    Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $12.10

  • 5K Military - Navy

    Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $12.10

  • 5K Military - Air Force

    Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $12.10

  • 5K Military - Space Force

    Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $12.10

  • 5K Military - Coast Guard

    Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $12.10

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Location

278 Main St., Sturbridge, 01566, MA, United States

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