Run for the Hills
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Trail Run · 1 Mile Fun Run
From the Organizer
Join us for a fun - and beautiful - trail run on Sunday, October 25th, 2026.
The 5K race starts at 10:00AM at the Community Harvest Project Orchard, 115 Prospect Hill Rd, Harvard MA.
A kids' 1-mile fun run will begin at 10:50 AM.
The course is a challenging one; all off-road, it loops through the orchard and adjacent woods and fields. The fun run stays on trails inside the orchard.
Shirts to all registered by October 9th.
Early bird entry fees are $30.00 through September 30th/$15 for the Fun Run. Registration fees for the 5K increases to $35.00 on October 1st.
Once again this year, we are offering family rate registration. Early-bird reg $60 for family of 3-5, $75 after October 1st.
All proceeds to benefit Harvard Conservation Trust’s efforts to preserve the unique character and natural resources of rural Harvard.
When & Where:
October 25th, 2026 at the Community Harvest Project Barn, 115 Prospect Hill Rd, Harvard MA 01451
Discounts for youth, early birds, and Harvard Conservation Trust Members
Early bird technical tees!
Free digital race photos!
Male & Female Divisions:
Youth 15 – 19
Open 20 – 29
Sr. Open 30 – 39
Masters 40 – 49
Sr. Masters 50 – 59
Veterans 60 – 69
Sr. Veterans 70 and Over
Awards and Prizes:
First male and female finishers
Awards to Top 3 Finishers in each division
Refreshments: Great post-race refreshments.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for the Hills?
- Run for the Hills is a running event held in Harvard, MA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Run for the Hills?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Harvard, MA at 115 Prospect Hill Rd, Harvard, MA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for the Hills?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Run for the Hills
Oct 25, 2026