The Apple Harvest Ramble Half Marathon and 5K
- Date Sun 28th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Harvard, Massachusetts
- Price $27.50 - $59.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Apple Harvest Ramble Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Harvard, Worcester! This vibrant event marks the start of fall foliage and the peak of apple picking season, offering a breathtaking course through the stunning Nashoba Valley. Runners can look forward to a challenging yet rewarding experience, with the Half Marathon kicking off at 9:00 AM and the 5K following shortly after at 9:15 AM.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer, both races feature well-marked routes and multiple water stops to keep you hydrated along the way. Participants will finish at the scenic Bromfield High School, where they can enjoy post-race refreshments and celebrate their achievements. Plus, with high-quality long sleeve technical shirts available for pre-registered runners, this event is not to be missed! Register early to secure your spot and be part of an unforgettable day that supports local charities while embracing the beauty of autumn in Massachusetts. Don't wait—mark your calendars and get ready to ramble through the apples!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer, both races feature well-marked routes and multiple water stops to keep you hydrated along the way. Participants will finish at the scenic Bromfield High School, where they can enjoy post-race refreshments and celebrate their achievements. Plus, with high-quality long sleeve technical shirts available for pre-registered runners, this event is not to be missed! Register early to secure your spot and be part of an unforgettable day that supports local charities while embracing the beauty of autumn in Massachusetts. Don't wait—mark your calendars and get ready to ramble through the apples!
Organiser's Description
WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US FOR THIS YEARS HALF MARATHON AND 5K ON SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH, 2025!
The Apple Harvest Ramble Half Marathon and 5K is run at the beginning of the fall foliage and the peak of the apple picking season. The challenging course runs by some of the most magnificent views of the Nashoba Valley.
There are water stops at ~2, 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 as well as water available at the finish line.
The Half Marathon will start @ 9am and the 5K @ 9:15am. They will have the same finish at Bromfield High School but separate starting locations.
HALF MARATHON AND 5K COURSE MAPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36841439 [http://www.harvardraces.org/?page_id=1163]
WHERE & WHEN:
Sunday, September 28th, 2025, 9:00AM (HALF MARATHON START - 5K WILL START AT 9:15AM)
The Bromfield School, 14 Massachusetts, Ave., Harvard MA
From Rt. 2 take exit 38A, Bromfield High School is on Rt. 111, 2 miles on the right.
From Rt. 495 take exit 28, Bromfield High School is on Rt. 111, 2 miles on the left.
High-quality, long sleeve technical shirts are included in pre-registration only. There are no t-shirts the day of the race.
Race day registration from 7:00 to 8:45 AM at the Bromfield High School cafeteria.
REGISTRATION:
HALF MARATHON:
$55 Before August 14th
$70 Before September 1st (GUARANTEED T-SHIRT DEADLINE)
$80 Before September 27th
$85 Race Day
5K:
$25 Before August 14th
$30 Before September 1st (GUARANTEED T-SHIRT DEADLINE)
$35 Before September 27th
$40 Race Day
High-quality, long sleeve technical shirts are included if registered by 9/1. There are no t-shirts the day of the race.
MALE & FEMALE DIVISIONS:
Junior 18 and under
Open 19 29
Sub Masters 30 39
Masters 40 49
Seniors 50 59
Veterans 60 69
70 and Over 70+
AWARDS AND PRIZES:
Prizes will be awarded to the top-3 in each category
* We will doing a drive through awards ceremony. Well, there isnt actually a ceremony but runners can pick up the awards by stopping at the awards table once the results have been posted. We have found very limited participation in the awards ceremony in the last few years and want the runners to receive their awards. This is a new concept this year and we hope that it is well received. It is really for the benefit of our runners as every year we have many, many unclaimed awards. This process has been well received at previous events.
** Runners are eligible for only one award. Runners qualifying for more than one award will get the higher award and the next finishers in that category will be moved up to fill the category.
COURSE RECORDS:
Men: Liam Garvey - 136 - 2019
Women: Jessica Berger - 133 - 2019
PROCEEDS:
Proceeds from this race to benefit local charities.
REFRESHMENTS:
Refreshments following the race at Bromfield High School.
The Apple Harvest Ramble Half Marathon and 5K is run at the beginning of the fall foliage and the peak of the apple picking season. The challenging course runs by some of the most magnificent views of the Nashoba Valley.
There are water stops at ~2, 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 as well as water available at the finish line.
The Half Marathon will start @ 9am and the 5K @ 9:15am. They will have the same finish at Bromfield High School but separate starting locations.
HALF MARATHON AND 5K COURSE MAPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36841439 [http://www.harvardraces.org/?page_id=1163]
WHERE & WHEN:
Sunday, September 28th, 2025, 9:00AM (HALF MARATHON START - 5K WILL START AT 9:15AM)
The Bromfield School, 14 Massachusetts, Ave., Harvard MA
From Rt. 2 take exit 38A, Bromfield High School is on Rt. 111, 2 miles on the right.
From Rt. 495 take exit 28, Bromfield High School is on Rt. 111, 2 miles on the left.
High-quality, long sleeve technical shirts are included in pre-registration only. There are no t-shirts the day of the race.
Race day registration from 7:00 to 8:45 AM at the Bromfield High School cafeteria.
REGISTRATION:
HALF MARATHON:
$55 Before August 14th
$70 Before September 1st (GUARANTEED T-SHIRT DEADLINE)
$80 Before September 27th
$85 Race Day
5K:
$25 Before August 14th
$30 Before September 1st (GUARANTEED T-SHIRT DEADLINE)
$35 Before September 27th
$40 Race Day
High-quality, long sleeve technical shirts are included if registered by 9/1. There are no t-shirts the day of the race.
MALE & FEMALE DIVISIONS:
Junior 18 and under
Open 19 29
Sub Masters 30 39
Masters 40 49
Seniors 50 59
Veterans 60 69
70 and Over 70+
AWARDS AND PRIZES:
Prizes will be awarded to the top-3 in each category
* We will doing a drive through awards ceremony. Well, there isnt actually a ceremony but runners can pick up the awards by stopping at the awards table once the results have been posted. We have found very limited participation in the awards ceremony in the last few years and want the runners to receive their awards. This is a new concept this year and we hope that it is well received. It is really for the benefit of our runners as every year we have many, many unclaimed awards. This process has been well received at previous events.
** Runners are eligible for only one award. Runners qualifying for more than one award will get the higher award and the next finishers in that category will be moved up to fill the category.
COURSE RECORDS:
Men: Liam Garvey - 136 - 2019
Women: Jessica Berger - 133 - 2019
PROCEEDS:
Proceeds from this race to benefit local charities.
REFRESHMENTS:
Refreshments following the race at Bromfield High School.
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