Run for the Hills
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Harvard, Massachusetts
- Price $16.90 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for an exciting day of outdoor fun at the Run for the Hills event on Sunday, October 25th, 2026, in beautiful Harvard, Worcester! This trail running event promises a picturesque backdrop as participants tackle a challenging 5K course that winds through the stunning Community Harvest Project Orchard and its surrounding woods and fields. The 5K race kicks off at 10:00 AM, followed by a delightful kids' 1-mile fun run at 10:50 AM, making it a perfect family-friendly outing.
Register early to take advantage of discounted entry fees: just $30 for the 5K until September 30th and only $15 for the Fun Run. Families can enjoy special rates too, with early-bird registration for a family of 3-5 at just $60! All proceeds will support the Harvard Conservation Trust's vital efforts to preserve the natural beauty of rural Harvard. Participants can look forward to awards for top finishers in various age divisions, early bird technical tees, and free digital race photos, along with delicious post-race refreshments. Don’t miss out on this trail running adventure—mark your calendars for October 25th!
Register early to take advantage of discounted entry fees: just $30 for the 5K until September 30th and only $15 for the Fun Run. Families can enjoy special rates too, with early-bird registration for a family of 3-5 at just $60! All proceeds will support the Harvard Conservation Trust's vital efforts to preserve the natural beauty of rural Harvard. Participants can look forward to awards for top finishers in various age divisions, early bird technical tees, and free digital race photos, along with delicious post-race refreshments. Don’t miss out on this trail running adventure—mark your calendars for October 25th!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A FUN - AND BEAUTIFUL - TRAIL RUN ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, 2026.
The 5K race starts at 10:00AM at the Community Harvest Project Orchard, 115 Prospect Hill Rd, Harvard MA.
A kids' 1-mile fun run will begin at 10:50 AM.
The course is a challenging one; all off-road, it loops through the orchard and adjacent woods and fields. The fun run stays on trails inside the orchard.
Shirts to all registered by October 9th.
Early bird entry fees are $30.00 through September 30th/$15 for the Fun Run. Registration fees for the 5K increases to $35.00 on October 1st.
Once again this year, we are offering family rate registration. Early-bird reg $60 for family of 3-5, $75 after October 1st.
All proceeds to benefit Harvard Conservation Trusts efforts to preserve the unique character and natural resources of rural Harvard.
WHEN & WHERE:
October 25th, 2026 at the Community Harvest Project Barn, 115 Prospect Hill Rd, Harvard MA 01451
Discounts for youth, early birds, and Harvard Conservation Trust Members
Early bird technical tees!
Free digital race photos!
MALE & FEMALE DIVISIONS:
Youth 15 19
Open 20 29
Sr. Open 30 39
Masters 40 49
Sr. Masters 50 59
Veterans 60 69
Sr. Veterans 70 and Over
AWARDS AND PRIZES:
First male and female finishers
AWARDS TO TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH DIVISION
REFRESHMENTS: Great post-race refreshments.
The 5K race starts at 10:00AM at the Community Harvest Project Orchard, 115 Prospect Hill Rd, Harvard MA.
A kids' 1-mile fun run will begin at 10:50 AM.
The course is a challenging one; all off-road, it loops through the orchard and adjacent woods and fields. The fun run stays on trails inside the orchard.
Shirts to all registered by October 9th.
Early bird entry fees are $30.00 through September 30th/$15 for the Fun Run. Registration fees for the 5K increases to $35.00 on October 1st.
Once again this year, we are offering family rate registration. Early-bird reg $60 for family of 3-5, $75 after October 1st.
All proceeds to benefit Harvard Conservation Trusts efforts to preserve the unique character and natural resources of rural Harvard.
WHEN & WHERE:
October 25th, 2026 at the Community Harvest Project Barn, 115 Prospect Hill Rd, Harvard MA 01451
Discounts for youth, early birds, and Harvard Conservation Trust Members
Early bird technical tees!
Free digital race photos!
MALE & FEMALE DIVISIONS:
Youth 15 19
Open 20 29
Sr. Open 30 39
Masters 40 49
Sr. Masters 50 59
Veterans 60 69
Sr. Veterans 70 and Over
AWARDS AND PRIZES:
First male and female finishers
AWARDS TO TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH DIVISION
REFRESHMENTS: Great post-race refreshments.
Races
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5K Trail Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 29 APR -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (10:50AM EDT)
$16.90
OPENS 29 APRThis race is particularly geared to kids.
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