The Second Annual Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K & Little Bandits Bolt
From SilverHeist5K
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Orwell, Vermont
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at The Second Annual Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K & Little Bandits Bolt! Organized by SilverHeist5K, this exciting event will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the charming town of Orwell, Vermont. Participants can choose to run or walk the scenic 5K route, immersed in the rich history of the area, or watch their little ones dash in the Little Bandits Bolt, designed just for kids.
With a cap of 150 runners to ensure a fantastic experience for all, registration is limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot! The race kicks off with the blast of a conch shell, reminiscent of the town’s storied past. As you race through the historic streets, you’ll collect a unique wooden token at the halfway point, celebrating the legacy of the town’s daring exploits. Runners will finish at the town green, where they’ll be greeted with cheers and can claim $30 worth of silver, just as it was stolen from a local resident in the 1800s! Join us for a day of community spirit, local history, and healthy, active lifestyles—mark your calendars for September
With a cap of 150 runners to ensure a fantastic experience for all, registration is limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot! The race kicks off with the blast of a conch shell, reminiscent of the town’s storied past. As you race through the historic streets, you’ll collect a unique wooden token at the halfway point, celebrating the legacy of the town’s daring exploits. Runners will finish at the town green, where they’ll be greeted with cheers and can claim $30 worth of silver, just as it was stolen from a local resident in the 1800s! Join us for a day of community spirit, local history, and healthy, active lifestyles—mark your calendars for September
Organiser's Description
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE REGISTER NOW!
To ensure a high-quality experience for all participants, we are capping registration for The Silver Heist & Little Bandits Bolt at 150 runners. Once we hit our limit, registration will closeso dont wait to sign up! Secure your spot today and join us for this exciting race through history.
WE'LL SEE YOU ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 IN ORWELL VERMONT!
AN EVENT TO SUPPORT THE ORWELL VILLAGE SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB [http://ovsboosterclub.org] AND ORWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM [https://orwellhistoricalsociety.org/museum/]!
ENDORSED BY NE65PLUS.ORG SUPPORTING HEALTHY, ACTIVE LIFESTYLES FOR ALL AGES!
SILVER HEIST WALK/RUN 5K
_A HISTORIC TOWN, A DARING HEIST, AND A RACE FOR SILVERLACE UP AND STEP INTO THE SILVER HEIST WALK/RUN 5K! _Orwell, Vermont, was chartered in 1763 and has a rich history filled with resilience and community spirit. Among its earliest settlers was Deacon Ebenezer (Eber) Murray, who arrived in 1783. Known as the only man in town with a clock, Eber would blow a conch shell at 9 p.m. every evening to signal the time for evening prayers. In tribute to this tradition, the Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K will begin with the blast of a conch shell.
Our town is no stranger to bandit heists. In October 1862, just before the town fair, outlaws swept through Orwell, robbing several homes. Among those affected was Marcellus Royce, who lost $30 in silver to the thieves. The following year, in 1863, the First National Bank of Orwell was chartered, making it the oldest national bank in New England.Over its 162 years of dedicated service, the local Young family has managed it including the 5th generation and current bank manager, Bryan Young.
Decades after the towns first brush with crime, bandits returnedthis time setting their sights on the bank itself. In 1902, they attempted to dynamite the safe but failed. However, they did manage to steal safety deposit boxes, among them a ring belonging to Mrs. Josiah Wilcox (Myrtie P. Brooks). After fleeing town, the thieves camped at the county line, leaving behind the scattered contents of their stolen loot. It was Mabel Young (n'e Wells), the great grandmother of the current bank manager, who identified the stolen ring.
To honor Orwell's storied past, participants will collect a wooden token resembling Mrs. Myrtie Wilcox's ring at the bandits' camp, located at the race's halfway point before dashing south on scenic North Orwell Road. The race will finish at the town green, where runners will be greeted by cheers from friends, family, and local history enthusiasts.
The winners will claim $30 worth of silverthe very same amount stolen from Marcellus Royce in 1862! Whether youre a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, the Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K welcomes participants of all paces. Step into history, embrace the thrill of the chase, and race through history on a dash for silver!
All in-person participants will take home a custom Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K T-shirt and a wooden token. Dont miss these exclusive race-day rewards!
LITTLE BANDITS BOLT
For the youngest racers, the Little Bandits Bolt offers a pint-sized thrill! Kids will dash across the soccer field at Orwell Village School (OVS), sharing in the spirit of the Silver Heist as they race their way into local history. Every participant will receive a custom Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K T-shirt and a finishers token at the finish linea special memento of the events historic theme.
To ensure a high-quality experience for all participants, we are capping registration for The Silver Heist & Little Bandits Bolt at 150 runners. Once we hit our limit, registration will closeso dont wait to sign up! Secure your spot today and join us for this exciting race through history.
WE'LL SEE YOU ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 IN ORWELL VERMONT!
AN EVENT TO SUPPORT THE ORWELL VILLAGE SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB [http://ovsboosterclub.org] AND ORWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM [https://orwellhistoricalsociety.org/museum/]!
ENDORSED BY NE65PLUS.ORG SUPPORTING HEALTHY, ACTIVE LIFESTYLES FOR ALL AGES!
SILVER HEIST WALK/RUN 5K
_A HISTORIC TOWN, A DARING HEIST, AND A RACE FOR SILVERLACE UP AND STEP INTO THE SILVER HEIST WALK/RUN 5K! _Orwell, Vermont, was chartered in 1763 and has a rich history filled with resilience and community spirit. Among its earliest settlers was Deacon Ebenezer (Eber) Murray, who arrived in 1783. Known as the only man in town with a clock, Eber would blow a conch shell at 9 p.m. every evening to signal the time for evening prayers. In tribute to this tradition, the Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K will begin with the blast of a conch shell.
Our town is no stranger to bandit heists. In October 1862, just before the town fair, outlaws swept through Orwell, robbing several homes. Among those affected was Marcellus Royce, who lost $30 in silver to the thieves. The following year, in 1863, the First National Bank of Orwell was chartered, making it the oldest national bank in New England.Over its 162 years of dedicated service, the local Young family has managed it including the 5th generation and current bank manager, Bryan Young.
Decades after the towns first brush with crime, bandits returnedthis time setting their sights on the bank itself. In 1902, they attempted to dynamite the safe but failed. However, they did manage to steal safety deposit boxes, among them a ring belonging to Mrs. Josiah Wilcox (Myrtie P. Brooks). After fleeing town, the thieves camped at the county line, leaving behind the scattered contents of their stolen loot. It was Mabel Young (n'e Wells), the great grandmother of the current bank manager, who identified the stolen ring.
To honor Orwell's storied past, participants will collect a wooden token resembling Mrs. Myrtie Wilcox's ring at the bandits' camp, located at the race's halfway point before dashing south on scenic North Orwell Road. The race will finish at the town green, where runners will be greeted by cheers from friends, family, and local history enthusiasts.
The winners will claim $30 worth of silverthe very same amount stolen from Marcellus Royce in 1862! Whether youre a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, the Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K welcomes participants of all paces. Step into history, embrace the thrill of the chase, and race through history on a dash for silver!
All in-person participants will take home a custom Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K T-shirt and a wooden token. Dont miss these exclusive race-day rewards!
LITTLE BANDITS BOLT
For the youngest racers, the Little Bandits Bolt offers a pint-sized thrill! Kids will dash across the soccer field at Orwell Village School (OVS), sharing in the spirit of the Silver Heist as they race their way into local history. Every participant will receive a custom Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K T-shirt and a finishers token at the finish linea special memento of the events historic theme.
Races
-
Silver Heist Walk/Run 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 15 MAR -
Little Bandits Bolt
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 15 MAR
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewLocation
480 Main Street, Orwell, 05760, VT, United States
Who's In
See who else is doing this event
Be the first
No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?
The Second Annual Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K & Little Bandits Bolt
