Heywood Healthy Harvest 5k - Run/Walk & Resource Fair 2025

Saturday, October 25, 2025 Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Gardner, Massachusetts
$27.50 · 3 races
5km

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Heywood Healthy Harvest 5K - Run/Walk & Resource Fair on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in beautiful Gardner, Worcester! This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to either run or walk a scenic 3.1-mile course that begins and ends at Heywood Hospital. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a leisurely stroll, you can choose to participate in person or opt for the virtual option, allowing you to set your own time and route.

Registration opens at 7:45 AM, with a kickoff ceremony at 9:00 AM, followed by the race starting immediately after. Enjoy a bustling GAIT Resource & Health Fair from 8 AM to 11 AM, where local organizations will showcase resources to enhance your behavioral and physical health. With registration fees at just $25 for adults and special rates for youth, including free entry for children 6 and under, this event is accessible to everyone. Plus, participants will receive a 2025 Healthy Harvest 5K gift and have the chance to earn awards for top finishers and spirited participants. Don’t miss this opportunity to support local healthcare while enjoying a fun and active day!

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  • Healthy Harvest 5k Run (self-timed)

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & 2025 HH5K long sleeve t shirt

    Self-Timed Outdoor Run: In-Person Our official HH5K route is set starting & ending at Heywood Hospital. * Run Award category - Self-timed (no professional timing offered). **Remember to wear you past HH5K gear. ***In-person runners & walkers will receive our 2024 Healthy Harvest 5K gift upon registration check-in.

    9:00 AM EDT

    $27.50

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  • Healthy Harvest 5k Walk (self-timed)

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & 2025 HH5K long sleeve unisex tshirt

    General Participant: In-person Walk. Self-Timed Our official HH5K route is set starting & ending at Heywood Hospital. **Remember to wear you past HH5K gear. ***In-person runners & walkers will receive our 2025 Healthy Harvest 5K gift upon registration check-in.

    9:00 AM EDT

    $27.50

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  • Virtual Run / Walk (on your own/not attending event)

    Virtual

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    Reminder: this option participates virtually and is not attending day-of at the event. You pick your own route and join us in spirt! There are no other benefits included.

    9:00 AM EDT

    $27.50

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Organiser's description

The 2025 Heywood Healthy Harvest 5k is a family-friendly fun run or walk scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025 - Presented by Heywood Healthcare. We invite you to join us!

_CHOOSE TO RUN OR WALK. BOTH OPTIONS ARE SELF-TIMED THIS YEAR. OR, THE VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION OPTION ALLOWS YOU TO PICK YOUR OWN TIME AND ROUTE IF OURS DOES NOT FIT YOUR CALENDAR. _

Proceeds: This years event represents more than just a race; it marks a continued chapter in Heywood Healthcares story of resilience, renewal, and progress. By participating, you're doing more than enjoying a day youre making a direct and lasting investment in the future of local healthcare, supporting our mission to provide high-quality, compassionate healthcare close to home.

AWARDS: The top male & female winning race participants will be crowned. The Most Spirited Individual & Most Spirited Team will receive an award, too!

* _To start or to join a team, please remember to follow the prompt at the bottom of your registration page._

2025 HH5K REGISTRATION options are: Self-Timed Run, Walk, or Virtual Run/Walk (not attending in-person).

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES OCT. 8, 2025.3:00PM (guarantees participant gift for in-person)

Event Timeline:

* Registration will open by 7:45am
* Kickoff Ceremony at 9:00am
* Feet Hit Pavement immediately following the ceremony!
* Timed runner awards/recognition at 10:00am

* GAIT Resource & Health Fair 8am-11am

* Visit tables hosted by area organizations to learn more about services to support better behavioral and physical health!

ADULT RATE: $25.

YOUTH REGISTRATION offers reduced fees: AGES 7-18 YRS ARE $15 & CHILDREN 6 AND UNDER ARE FREE! (Details will appear within the link as you complete the registration)

* All registered participants will receive a_ 2025 Healthy Harvest 5K _gift upon registration check-in. Everyone is encouraged to wear past HH5K shirts to show your past support!
* Event photos may be used on our Facebook page &/or on our website (by attending, you agree to promotional use).

ROUTE: Come crush or stroll our 3.1 mile family-friendly scenic course beginning and ending at Heywood Hospital.

SPONSORSHIP: Wish to sponsor the event? Contact [email protected]

Location

Heywood Hospital, 242 Green Street, Gardner, 01440, MA, United States

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