Worcester Firefighters 6K
- Date Sun 7th June 2026
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Worcester, Massachusetts
- Price $17.85 - $36.93
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 25th Annual Worcester Firefighters 6K on Sunday, June 7th, 2026, in beautiful Worcester, Massachusetts! This exciting event not only honors the brave firefighters who have dedicated their lives to the community but also serves as a fantastic family-friendly celebration to kick off the summer season. Participants can choose between a chip-timed 6K run/walk and a 3K walk, alongside a special Kids 1K fun run for children under 12, making it a perfect outing for everyone.
Starting at 11 AM from Institute Park on Salisbury Street, this vibrant race embodies a community block party atmosphere complete with a BBQ, turning the day into a festive gathering for runners, families, and supporters alike. Don't miss out on this unforgettable occasion filled with spirit and camaraderie. Mark your calendars and join us in remembering the heroic efforts of the Worcester Six and all fallen firefighters while enjoying a day of fun, fitness, and community!
Starting at 11 AM from Institute Park on Salisbury Street, this vibrant race embodies a community block party atmosphere complete with a BBQ, turning the day into a festive gathering for runners, families, and supporters alike. Don't miss out on this unforgettable occasion filled with spirit and camaraderie. Mark your calendars and join us in remembering the heroic efforts of the Worcester Six and all fallen firefighters while enjoying a day of fun, fitness, and community!
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 $15
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 $15
No refunds. No pets. If you are running or walking with a stroller, we ask that you start in the back for safety purposes.
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