Upton VFW Run to Remember 5K
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Upton, Massachusetts
- Price $8.42 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Upton VFW Run to Remember 5K on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in the charming town of Upton, Worcester! This exciting event promises a fun-filled day for the whole family, featuring a mostly flat, family-friendly course that’s perfect for both seasoned runners and casual joggers. The 5K race and 2.25K walk will kick off at 9 AM sharp, so be sure to arrive early for registration, which opens at 7:45 AM.
Don’t miss out on the Kids Fun Run for children aged 10 and under, starting at 9:45 AM, where every participant will receive a medal, T-shirt, and goody bag! With awards for the top finishers in various categories and plenty of amenities including refreshments and water stations, the Upton VFW Run to Remember is an event you won’t want to miss. Register early to secure your spot and be part of this memorable community gathering!
Don’t miss out on the Kids Fun Run for children aged 10 and under, starting at 9:45 AM, where every participant will receive a medal, T-shirt, and goody bag! With awards for the top finishers in various categories and plenty of amenities including refreshments and water stations, the Upton VFW Run to Remember is an event you won’t want to miss. Register early to secure your spot and be part of this memorable community gathering!
Organiser's Description
PLACE
UPTON VFW
15 MILFORD STREET
UPTON, MA 01568
REGISTRATION INFO
ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 7PM, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2ND. ONLINE DAY-OF-REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN FROM 6:30AM - 8:30AM. REGISTRATION TABLE WILL BE OPEN FROM 7:45AM - 8:30AM. PLEASE PLAN ON ARRIVING EARLY TO REGISTER AS WE NEED TO START THE RACE PROMPTLY AT 9AM.
CHECK THE WEATHER FOR UPTON BY CLICKING HERE [https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/upton/01568/weather-forecast/2251145]
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION PRICE IS $35.
COURSE:
* 5K and 2.25K is a mostly flat, family-friendly course. 100% roads.
* Walkers and joggers with strollers welcome - must start behind runners. No pets please.
TIMES:
* 5K Race & 2.25K walk start at 9am Sharp! (Rain or Shine)
* Day-of-Registration table open from 7:45am to 8:30am at VFW
* Bibs & T-Shirts can also be picked up on Friday, 10/2 from 4 - 7pm
KIDS FUN RUN
* For children 10 and under, there will be a Kids Fun Run after the official 5K race. Distance varies according to age.
* KIDS RUN LOCATION: Baseball field behind VFW.
* Kids Run starts at 9:45am. Registration on-site from 8am until 9:30am.
* KIDS RUN COST: $7.00 and EVERY KID GETS A MEDAL, T-SHIRT, AND GOODY BAG!
* _In order to be guaranteed a t-shirt, you must register by SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH.) _
5K AWARDS:
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for Overall Male and Female
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners for Male and Female age groups: 12 and under; 13-15;16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79, 80+
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Awards for Male and Female Veterans
* 1st Place Award for Teacher, Firefighter & Police Officer
AMENITIES:
* Water and toilets at check-in
* Water at half-way point of race
* Refreshments at finish
EARLY REGISTRATION FOR 5K RACE AND 2.25K WALK IS $30. DONT WAIT TO SIGN UP!
UPTON VFW
15 MILFORD STREET
UPTON, MA 01568
REGISTRATION INFO
ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 7PM, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2ND. ONLINE DAY-OF-REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN FROM 6:30AM - 8:30AM. REGISTRATION TABLE WILL BE OPEN FROM 7:45AM - 8:30AM. PLEASE PLAN ON ARRIVING EARLY TO REGISTER AS WE NEED TO START THE RACE PROMPTLY AT 9AM.
CHECK THE WEATHER FOR UPTON BY CLICKING HERE [https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/upton/01568/weather-forecast/2251145]
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION PRICE IS $35.
COURSE:
* 5K and 2.25K is a mostly flat, family-friendly course. 100% roads.
* Walkers and joggers with strollers welcome - must start behind runners. No pets please.
TIMES:
* 5K Race & 2.25K walk start at 9am Sharp! (Rain or Shine)
* Day-of-Registration table open from 7:45am to 8:30am at VFW
* Bibs & T-Shirts can also be picked up on Friday, 10/2 from 4 - 7pm
KIDS FUN RUN
* For children 10 and under, there will be a Kids Fun Run after the official 5K race. Distance varies according to age.
* KIDS RUN LOCATION: Baseball field behind VFW.
* Kids Run starts at 9:45am. Registration on-site from 8am until 9:30am.
* KIDS RUN COST: $7.00 and EVERY KID GETS A MEDAL, T-SHIRT, AND GOODY BAG!
* _In order to be guaranteed a t-shirt, you must register by SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH.) _
5K AWARDS:
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for Overall Male and Female
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners for Male and Female age groups: 12 and under; 13-15;16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79, 80+
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Awards for Male and Female Veterans
* 1st Place Award for Teacher, Firefighter & Police Officer
AMENITIES:
* Water and toilets at check-in
* Water at half-way point of race
* Refreshments at finish
EARLY REGISTRATION FOR 5K RACE AND 2.25K WALK IS $30. DONT WAIT TO SIGN UP!
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
Price increase day of race. Strollers welcome - must start behind runners. No pets please. -
2.25K (1.4M) Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
Price increase day of race. -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.42 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:45AM EDT)
$8.42
Ages 10 and Under Join us after the 5k run / 2.25k walk for a Kids Fun Run!
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Location
15 Milford Street (Rt 140), Upton, 01568, MA, United States
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