Worcester Firefighters 6K
- Date Sun 7th June 2026
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Worcester, Massachusetts
- Price $23.15 - $36.93
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 25th Annual Worcester Firefighters 6K, taking place on Sunday, June 7th, 2026, in the beautiful city of Worcester, Massachusetts! This spirited event not only celebrates fitness and community but serves as a heartfelt tribute to the brave firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Kicking off at 11:00 AM from Institute Park on Salisbury Street, participants can choose to take part in the chip-timed 6K run/walk or the 3K walk, with a fun-filled Kids 1K for children under 12 starting at 11:00 AM.
Join in the festivities as this family-friendly block party atmosphere combines a thrilling race with delicious BBQ and community camaraderie. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Worcester Firefighters 6K is the perfect way to kick off the summer season while honoring the memories of the Worcester Six and other fallen heroes. Don't miss out on this incredible day of remembrance and fun—mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable experience on June 7th!
Join in the festivities as this family-friendly block party atmosphere combines a thrilling race with delicious BBQ and community camaraderie. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Worcester Firefighters 6K is the perfect way to kick off the summer season while honoring the memories of the Worcester Six and other fallen heroes. Don't miss out on this incredible day of remembrance and fun—mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable experience on June 7th!
Organiser's Description
SAVE THE DATE!
The 25th Annual Worcester Firefighters 6k is set for Sunday, June 7th, 2026.
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 7th, 2026 for another great run!
RACE INFORMATION
Date: Sunday, June 7th, 2026
Start Times: 11am Kids 1K Fun Run // 11:30 6K Run/Walk + 3K Walk
Start Location: Institute Park, Salisbury St, Worcester, MA
All participants in the 6K and 3K Walk will be chip-timed.
ONLINE ENTRY FEES
Online registration will close at 7pm on Saturday, June 6th, 2026.
6K Run/Walk
$33 to 3/31/2026
$35 4/1/2026 to 4/30/2026
$37 5/1/2026 to 6/6/2026
$40 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
3K Walk
$30 to 3/31/2026
$32 4/1/2026 to 4/30/2026
$34 5/1/2026 to 6/6/2026
$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.
The 25th Annual Worcester Firefighters 6k is set for Sunday, June 7th, 2026.
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 7th, 2026 for another great run!
RACE INFORMATION
Date: Sunday, June 7th, 2026
Start Times: 11am Kids 1K Fun Run // 11:30 6K Run/Walk + 3K Walk
Start Location: Institute Park, Salisbury St, Worcester, MA
All participants in the 6K and 3K Walk will be chip-timed.
ONLINE ENTRY FEES
Online registration will close at 7pm on Saturday, June 6th, 2026.
6K Run/Walk
$33 to 3/31/2026
$35 4/1/2026 to 4/30/2026
$37 5/1/2026 to 6/6/2026
$40 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
3K Walk
$30 to 3/31/2026
$32 4/1/2026 to 4/30/2026
$34 5/1/2026 to 6/6/2026
$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.
Races
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6k
Incl. $3.93 Fee
Sun 7th June 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
$36.93
OPENS 21 JAN 26 -
3K Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee
Sun 7th June 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
$33.75
OPENS 21 JAN 26 -
Kids 1K (Untimed Fun Run)
Incl. $3.15 Fee
Sun 7th June 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$23.15
OPENS 21 JAN 26
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