Annual Upton VFW Run to Remember 5K
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Upton, Massachusetts
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Join us for the Annual Upton VFW Run to Remember 5K on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in Upton, Worcester! This uplifting event honors all Active, Reserve, and Guard members, as well as veterans who have served our country. Participants are encouraged to wear the name of a veteran they wish to honor, making this a heartfelt tribute to those who have sacrificed so much. The 5K race kicks off at 9:00 AM from the Upton VFW Post, featuring a fast start on a mostly flat, 100% road course. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a jogger, or a walker with a stroller, everyone is welcome to participate—just remember to start behind the runners!
Don't miss out on the chance to make your mark in this meaningful event! Early registration is just $30 until September 19th, and on race day, registration is $35. The event also includes awards for the top three men and women overall, as well as age division awards across various brackets. Plus, kids aged 10 and under can take part in the Children's Fun Run, starting at 9:45 AM, where every child receives a medal and a t-shirt. Enjoy refreshments
Don't miss out on the chance to make your mark in this meaningful event! Early registration is just $30 until September 19th, and on race day, registration is $35. The event also includes awards for the top three men and women overall, as well as age division awards across various brackets. Plus, kids aged 10 and under can take part in the Children's Fun Run, starting at 9:45 AM, where every child receives a medal and a t-shirt. Enjoy refreshments
Organiser's Description
RUN TO REMEMBER A VETERAN!!! Our race honors all Active, Reserve, and Guard members and veterans who served our country in the past. Each participant is encouraged to wear the name of a veteran they wish to honor. If you dont have your own veteran, well provide you with a veterans name. A great way to show support!
NOTE: We encourage everyone to register before Saturday September 19th to guarantee availability of t-shirt size.
RUN TO REMEMBER 5K ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD AT 9:00AM AT UPTONS VFW POST.
Early registration is $30. Dont wait to sign up!
5K RUN TO REMEMBER
COURSE: 5K run is a fast start, mostly flat course, 100% roads. Walkers and joggers with strollers welcome - must start behind runners. No pets please.
AWARDS:
Top three men and women overall. Male and female age division awards for age brackets: 12 and under; 13-15;16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79, 80+
Awards to 1,2,3rd place M/F Veteran and 1st Teacher, Firefighter & Police Officer
AMENITIES
T-shirts available for purchase (for those wishing an additional shirt or those that missed the deadline).
Water and toilets at check-in.
Water at half-way point of race.
Refreshments at finish.
TIMES:
5K Race day registration from 7:45am to 8:30am at VFW.
RACE STARTS AT 9AM SHARP! (RAIN OR SHINE)
5K Bibs & Shirts can also be picked up on Friday 10/2 from 4-7pm
5K Day of race registration price is $35.
Kid's Fun Run
For children 10 and under, there will be a Kids Fun Run held on the baseball field behind the VFW after the official 5K race. Distance varies according to age.
Children's Run Location: Baseball field behind VFW.
Children's Run starts at 9:45am. Registration on-site from 8am until 9:30am.
Children's Run Cost is $7.00 and every kid gets a medal and t-shirt!
Early registration is $25. Dont wait to sign up!
NOTE: We encourage everyone to register before Saturday September 19th to guarantee availability of t-shirt size.
RUN TO REMEMBER 5K ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD AT 9:00AM AT UPTONS VFW POST.
Early registration is $30. Dont wait to sign up!
5K RUN TO REMEMBER
COURSE: 5K run is a fast start, mostly flat course, 100% roads. Walkers and joggers with strollers welcome - must start behind runners. No pets please.
AWARDS:
Top three men and women overall. Male and female age division awards for age brackets: 12 and under; 13-15;16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79, 80+
Awards to 1,2,3rd place M/F Veteran and 1st Teacher, Firefighter & Police Officer
AMENITIES
T-shirts available for purchase (for those wishing an additional shirt or those that missed the deadline).
Water and toilets at check-in.
Water at half-way point of race.
Refreshments at finish.
TIMES:
5K Race day registration from 7:45am to 8:30am at VFW.
RACE STARTS AT 9AM SHARP! (RAIN OR SHINE)
5K Bibs & Shirts can also be picked up on Friday 10/2 from 4-7pm
5K Day of race registration price is $35.
Kid's Fun Run
For children 10 and under, there will be a Kids Fun Run held on the baseball field behind the VFW after the official 5K race. Distance varies according to age.
Children's Run Location: Baseball field behind VFW.
Children's Run starts at 9:45am. Registration on-site from 8am until 9:30am.
Children's Run Cost is $7.00 and every kid gets a medal and t-shirt!
Early registration is $25. Dont wait to sign up!
Races
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17th Annual Upton VFW Run to Remember 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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15 Milford Street (Rt 140), Upton, 01568, MA, United States
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