Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Location Princeton, Massachusetts
- Price $12.55 - $28.45
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in beautiful Princeton, Worcester! This vibrant community event aims to raise funds for vital programs focused on violence prevention, safety awareness, and gender equality. The day's festivities kick off at 9:00 AM with a Kids' Run (100-Yard Dash for ages 3-10), followed by the main 5K Run/Walk at 9:30 AM. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option is available, allowing supporters from anywhere to participate and show their commitment to the cause.
The event promises a family-friendly atmosphere with a mostly flat course and a fun post-race celebration featuring a DJ, food trucks, ice cream, and plenty of activities for kids! Participants can enjoy a silent auction and various raffle items, with all proceeds going towards the foundation's mission of creating a safer world for women. Lace up your sneakers and join us in making a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and empowerment!
The event promises a family-friendly atmosphere with a mostly flat course and a fun post-race celebration featuring a DJ, food trucks, ice cream, and plenty of activities for kids! Participants can enjoy a silent auction and various raffle items, with all proceeds going towards the foundation's mission of creating a safer world for women. Lace up your sneakers and join us in making a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and empowerment!
Organiser's Description
8th Annual 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Foundation's violence prevention, safety awareness & gender equality programs.
Kids' Run (100-Yard Dash, ages 3-10): 9:00 AM
5K Run/Walk: 9:30 AM
5K Run/Walk (Virtual): 9:30 AM
RACE DAY INFO/FAQs:
WHEN & WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY RACE BIB AND SHIRT? Bib and shirt pickup, as well as walk-up registration, opens at 8 AM on Saturday, June 15th at Wachusett Mountain. For GPS purposes, use 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton, MA. Once you park, head towards the lodge and check-in under the large white tent. Check-in lines will be by Bib Number. PLEASE KNOW YOUR BIB NUMBER IN ADVANCE. Link will be provided.
HOW CAN I GET MY RACE RESULTS? When you register, you are asked to provide a cell phone number if you want to receive a text with your finish time after the race. _OR_...you can simply search your name and finish time after the race. Link will be provided.
WHAT IS _VIRTUAL_ RACE EXPERIENCE LIKE? Signing up for a virtual registration is a way to show your support of the cause if you can't make it to Princeton, MA. Join us on Instagram LIVE for opening remarks and official start, and then run on your own. We love it when our virtual supporters post pictures from afar!
CAN I BID ON THE SILENT AUCTION EVEN IF I CAN'T GO TO THE EVENT? Yes, anyone in the U.S. can bid on an item! The auction will close on Saturday, June 15th at 11:30 AM.
The 5K Run/Walk is a fun event for the whole family! The course is mostly flat with one small hill. See the course map for details.
Runners and walkers from out of town can still participate and show their support. Virtual runners can tune in to the beginning of the race via Instagram Live. Then, run on your own and post your photos!
PURPOSE OF THE RACE
Funds raised from the 5K allow the Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation to provide valuable safety programs to the community. The Foundation envisions a world where women live free from harassment. They advocate for safety awareness, violence prevention, and gender equality. They further their mission by providing self-protection training, and they partner with organizations to provide programming and mentorship opportunities to address the root causes of violence against women. Vanessa Marcotte inspires their work, and her kind, philanthropic and compassionate spirit continues to influence people of all ages.
POST-RACE PARTY
Enjoy the fun, post-race atmosphere with DJ, food, ice cream truck, beer, and more! You can also enter to win several raffle items. Activities for kids, too!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Please show your support! Visit 5Ksponsor.org [https://vtmf.org/sponsor-the-7th-annual-5k-run-walk/] to sign up.
RACE AWARDS
Top male & female finishers overall, and top finishers (male & female) in the following categories:
Under 18; 18-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+
ONLINE AUCTION
The auction items will be displayed online soon. Additionally, be sure to check out our raffle tables at the event with over 30 items.
Kids' Run (100-Yard Dash, ages 3-10): 9:00 AM
5K Run/Walk: 9:30 AM
5K Run/Walk (Virtual): 9:30 AM
RACE DAY INFO/FAQs:
WHEN & WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY RACE BIB AND SHIRT? Bib and shirt pickup, as well as walk-up registration, opens at 8 AM on Saturday, June 15th at Wachusett Mountain. For GPS purposes, use 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton, MA. Once you park, head towards the lodge and check-in under the large white tent. Check-in lines will be by Bib Number. PLEASE KNOW YOUR BIB NUMBER IN ADVANCE. Link will be provided.
HOW CAN I GET MY RACE RESULTS? When you register, you are asked to provide a cell phone number if you want to receive a text with your finish time after the race. _OR_...you can simply search your name and finish time after the race. Link will be provided.
WHAT IS _VIRTUAL_ RACE EXPERIENCE LIKE? Signing up for a virtual registration is a way to show your support of the cause if you can't make it to Princeton, MA. Join us on Instagram LIVE for opening remarks and official start, and then run on your own. We love it when our virtual supporters post pictures from afar!
CAN I BID ON THE SILENT AUCTION EVEN IF I CAN'T GO TO THE EVENT? Yes, anyone in the U.S. can bid on an item! The auction will close on Saturday, June 15th at 11:30 AM.
The 5K Run/Walk is a fun event for the whole family! The course is mostly flat with one small hill. See the course map for details.
Runners and walkers from out of town can still participate and show their support. Virtual runners can tune in to the beginning of the race via Instagram Live. Then, run on your own and post your photos!
PURPOSE OF THE RACE
Funds raised from the 5K allow the Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation to provide valuable safety programs to the community. The Foundation envisions a world where women live free from harassment. They advocate for safety awareness, violence prevention, and gender equality. They further their mission by providing self-protection training, and they partner with organizations to provide programming and mentorship opportunities to address the root causes of violence against women. Vanessa Marcotte inspires their work, and her kind, philanthropic and compassionate spirit continues to influence people of all ages.
POST-RACE PARTY
Enjoy the fun, post-race atmosphere with DJ, food, ice cream truck, beer, and more! You can also enter to win several raffle items. Activities for kids, too!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Please show your support! Visit 5Ksponsor.org [https://vtmf.org/sponsor-the-7th-annual-5k-run-walk/] to sign up.
RACE AWARDS
Top male & female finishers overall, and top finishers (male & female) in the following categories:
Under 18; 18-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+
ONLINE AUCTION
The auction items will be displayed online soon. Additionally, be sure to check out our raffle tables at the event with over 30 items.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$28.45
OPENS SOON -
Kids' Fun Run (100 Yard Dash)
Incl. $2.55 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$12.55
OPENS SOONFor ages 3-10. Run or walk 100 yards. Everyone is a winner! Prizes for all Kids' Run participants. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.15 Fee & T-Shirt
$23.15
OPENS SOONShow your support virtually! Join us via Instagram LIVE for opening comments and then run or walk on your own and post photos! This is a great way to show your support of the cause if you're not able to make it to Princeton, MA.
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