The Great Harvard 4th of July Road Race
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location Harvard, Massachusetts
- Price $11.60 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for an exciting day of fun and fitness at The Great Harvard 4th of July Road Race on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in beautiful Harvard, Worcester! This annual celebration features a thrilling 5-mile road race and a spirited 1-mile fun run, making it perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels. The event kicks off at The Bromfield School, with on-site registration opening at 6:30 AM, and the 5-mile race starting at 8:15 AM, followed by the fun run at 9:30 AM.
Participants can register for just $35 for the 5-mile race (or $40 on race day) and $10 for the 1-mile fun run. Don’t miss the chance to secure a high-quality running shirt by registering before June 20th! With various male and female divisions, awards will be given to the top three finishers in each category, and everyone can enjoy refreshing post-race snacks. Experience the thrill of competition while celebrating Independence Day in a vibrant community atmosphere!
Participants can register for just $35 for the 5-mile race (or $40 on race day) and $10 for the 1-mile fun run. Don’t miss the chance to secure a high-quality running shirt by registering before June 20th! With various male and female divisions, awards will be given to the top three finishers in each category, and everyone can enjoy refreshing post-race snacks. Experience the thrill of competition while celebrating Independence Day in a vibrant community atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
MORE INFO AND PHOTOS POSTED HERE [https://www.harvardraces.org/]
LIVE RESULTS PROVIDED BY NEW ENGLAND TIMING [https://newenglandtiming.com/results.php]
WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US FOR THIS YEARS 5 MILE ROAD RACE AND 1 MILE FUN RUN!
WHEN & WHERE:
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
The Bromfield School (14 Massachusetts Ave, Harvard, MA 01451)
6:30AM 5 Mile On-Site Race Registration Opens
8:15AM 5 Mile Race Starts
9:30AM Fun Run (1 mile)
$35 FOR THE 5 MILER ($40 ON RACE DAY)
$10 FOR THE 1 MILE FUN RUN (NO T-SHIRT)
HIGH-QUALITY RUNNING SHIRT GUARANTEED BEFORE AND INCLUDING JUNE 20TH
NO RACE DAY T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
TOWN EMPLOYEES* AND RUNNERS OVER THE AGE OF 65 CAN REGISTER FOR $15 (T-SHIRT INCLUDED).
*TOWN EMPLOYEES, PLEASE EMAIL THE RACE DIRECTOR USING THE CONTACT FORM BELOW FOR THE DISCOUNT CODE TO USE DURING REGISTRATION.
**NO REFUNDS WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER JUNE 4TH, 2025
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 plus
AWARDS AND PRIZES:
Prizes will be awarded to the top-3 in each category
REFRESHMENTS:
Great post-race refreshments.
COURSE RECORDS:
MEN
2014 - Glarius Ropp - 24:47
WOMEN
2005 - Seana Carmean - 29:42
LIVE RESULTS PROVIDED BY NEW ENGLAND TIMING [https://newenglandtiming.com/results.php]
WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US FOR THIS YEARS 5 MILE ROAD RACE AND 1 MILE FUN RUN!
WHEN & WHERE:
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
The Bromfield School (14 Massachusetts Ave, Harvard, MA 01451)
6:30AM 5 Mile On-Site Race Registration Opens
8:15AM 5 Mile Race Starts
9:30AM Fun Run (1 mile)
$35 FOR THE 5 MILER ($40 ON RACE DAY)
$10 FOR THE 1 MILE FUN RUN (NO T-SHIRT)
HIGH-QUALITY RUNNING SHIRT GUARANTEED BEFORE AND INCLUDING JUNE 20TH
NO RACE DAY T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
TOWN EMPLOYEES* AND RUNNERS OVER THE AGE OF 65 CAN REGISTER FOR $15 (T-SHIRT INCLUDED).
*TOWN EMPLOYEES, PLEASE EMAIL THE RACE DIRECTOR USING THE CONTACT FORM BELOW FOR THE DISCOUNT CODE TO USE DURING REGISTRATION.
**NO REFUNDS WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER JUNE 4TH, 2025
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 plus
AWARDS AND PRIZES:
Prizes will be awarded to the top-3 in each category
REFRESHMENTS:
Great post-race refreshments.
COURSE RECORDS:
MEN
2014 - Glarius Ropp - 24:47
WOMEN
2005 - Seana Carmean - 29:42
Races
-
5 Miler
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$11.60
CLOSED
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