Laborious Labor Day 5 & 10 Miler

WHEN: SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

WHERE: GHILONI PARK, 239 CONCORD ROAD, MARLBORO, MA



FEATURES:

* This 20+ year Strider tradition has no entry fee! Just bring 15 canned or non-perishable goods to support the Hudson Food Pantry.
* The 10-mile and 5-mile courses are run simultaneously and conclude at the finish line in Ghiloni Park.
* Prizes for our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female finishers in both races! Generously donated by our friends at PR Running, our local running store.
* These beautiful courses roll through the hills of Marlborough and Hudson and are well-supported by our cheerful course marshals along the way.
* The 5-mile race is open to walkers and runners and is a great option for those training for our Tough Ten Turkey trot in November!
* A 2:15 time limit will apply to the 10-mile race. Runners who have not reached the 10/5 split after 40 minutes will be directed to the 5-mile finish line by volunteers.
* The national anthem will be performed by one of our own Highland City Striders!
* Photographers on the course!
* Post-race refreshments available!
* Bragging rights for the local running club (or other organization) with the most runners/walkers and fastest overall pace!

We hope to see you at the starting line at Ghiloni Park at 8:00 am on Labor Day.

This race was the creation of Mark Vital in 2003 and its primary purpose is to raise food and community awareness for the Marlborough Food Pantry. Vital says, I love running and just wanted to help out. This type of run is great for the community and a lot of fun for the runners. Instead of charging an entry fee to run, the recommended fee is 15 nonperishable food items. Many runners bring extra, says Vital.