Worcester Firefighters 6K
- Date Sun 1st June 2025
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Worcester, Massachusetts
- Price $23.15 - $41.17
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of community spirit and athleticism at the 24th Annual Worcester Firefighters 6K on Sunday, June 1st, 2025! This exciting event will take place at the beautiful Institute Park in Worcester, Massachusetts, and is set to kick off the summer season with a bang. Participants can look forward to a thrilling 6K run/walk as well as a 3K walk, with the fun starting at 11:30 AM. Families are also invited to join in on the action with a special Kids 1K for children under 12, beginning at 11 AM.
The Worcester Firefighters 6K is more than just a race; it serves as a heartfelt tribute to the courageous firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. With a lively block party atmosphere, complete with delicious BBQ, this event unites the community in a celebration of remembrance and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly event that honors heroes while fostering a sense of togetherness. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, join us for a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship in Worcester!
The Worcester Firefighters 6K is more than just a race; it serves as a heartfelt tribute to the courageous firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. With a lively block party atmosphere, complete with delicious BBQ, this event unites the community in a celebration of remembrance and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly event that honors heroes while fostering a sense of togetherness. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, join us for a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship in Worcester!
Organiser's Description
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
WALK UP REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE TOMORROW, MAY 31ST FROM 9:30AM - 4:30AM AT SNEAKERAMA AS WELL AS ON RACE MORNING AT INSTITUTE PARK BEGINNING AT 9AM.
SAVE THE DATE!
The 24th Annual Worcester Firefighters 6k is set for Sunday, June 1st, 2025.
After the Worcester Cold Storage Fire on Dec 3, 1999, this road race was created as a living memorial to those men known as the Worcester Six Paul Brotherton, Jerry Lucey, Tim Jackson, Tom Spencer, Jay Lyons and Joe McGuirk.
Sadly, the Worcester Fire Department has had three other members die in the Line of Duty since 1999. Jon Davies in 2011, Chris Roy in 2018 and Jason Menard in 2019. This race continues on to remember their memories and dedication to the City of Worcester.
The Worcester Firefighters 6k Road Race is more than just a road race its a block party atmosphere with a BBQ inside Institute Park. Prior to the 6k and 3K walk, there is a Kids 1k for children under the age of 12. The Worcester Firefighters 6k is a family friendly event to kick off the summer season.
Please join us on June 1st, 2025 for another great run!
RACE INFORMATION
Date: Sunday, June 1st, 2025
Start Times: 11am Kids 1K // 11:30 6K Run/Walk + 3K Walk
Start Location: Institute Park, Salisbury St, Worcester, MA
All participants will be chip-timed.
ONLINE ENTRY FEES
Online registration will close at 7pm on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.
6K Run/Walk
$33 to 3/31/2025
$35 4/1/2025 to 4/30/2025
$37 5/1/2025 to 5/31/2025
$40 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
3K Walk
$30 to 3/31/2025
$32 4/1/2025 to 4/30/2025
$34 5/1/2025 to 5/31/2025
$35 Walk Up Registration Weekend
Kids 1K $20
No refunds. No pets. If you are running or walking with a stroller, we ask that you start in the back for safety purposes.
PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION
We encourage everyone who is able to pick up their race number before race day to make for a stress-free race morning!
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 // 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Sneakerama, 12 Lake Ave, Worcester, MA
Race Day Packet Pickup
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 // 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Institute Park, Worcester, MA
WALK UP REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE TOMORROW, MAY 31ST FROM 9:30AM - 4:30AM AT SNEAKERAMA AS WELL AS ON RACE MORNING AT INSTITUTE PARK BEGINNING AT 9AM.
SAVE THE DATE!
The 24th Annual Worcester Firefighters 6k is set for Sunday, June 1st, 2025.
After the Worcester Cold Storage Fire on Dec 3, 1999, this road race was created as a living memorial to those men known as the Worcester Six Paul Brotherton, Jerry Lucey, Tim Jackson, Tom Spencer, Jay Lyons and Joe McGuirk.
Sadly, the Worcester Fire Department has had three other members die in the Line of Duty since 1999. Jon Davies in 2011, Chris Roy in 2018 and Jason Menard in 2019. This race continues on to remember their memories and dedication to the City of Worcester.
The Worcester Firefighters 6k Road Race is more than just a road race its a block party atmosphere with a BBQ inside Institute Park. Prior to the 6k and 3K walk, there is a Kids 1k for children under the age of 12. The Worcester Firefighters 6k is a family friendly event to kick off the summer season.
Please join us on June 1st, 2025 for another great run!
RACE INFORMATION
Date: Sunday, June 1st, 2025
Start Times: 11am Kids 1K // 11:30 6K Run/Walk + 3K Walk
Start Location: Institute Park, Salisbury St, Worcester, MA
All participants will be chip-timed.
ONLINE ENTRY FEES
Online registration will close at 7pm on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.
6K Run/Walk
$33 to 3/31/2025
$35 4/1/2025 to 4/30/2025
$37 5/1/2025 to 5/31/2025
$40 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
3K Walk
$30 to 3/31/2025
$32 4/1/2025 to 4/30/2025
$34 5/1/2025 to 5/31/2025
$35 Walk Up Registration Weekend
Kids 1K $20
No refunds. No pets. If you are running or walking with a stroller, we ask that you start in the back for safety purposes.
PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION
We encourage everyone who is able to pick up their race number before race day to make for a stress-free race morning!
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 // 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Sneakerama, 12 Lake Ave, Worcester, MA
Race Day Packet Pickup
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 // 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Institute Park, Worcester, MA
Races
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6k
Incl. $4.17 Fee
Sun 1st June 2025 (11:30AM EDT)
$41.17
CLOSED -
3K Walk
Incl. $3.99 Fee
Sun 1st June 2025 (11:30AM EDT)
$37.99
CLOSED -
Kids 1K
Incl. $3.15 Fee
Sun 1st June 2025 (11:00AM EDT)
$23.15
CLOSED
Worcester Firefighters 6K
