
From the Organizer
Ready to run? Lace up and head to the Natchaug campus, where your adventure begins — and so does the color! Get drenched in our signature blues, greens, pinks, and oranges before you hit the road. Wind your way through a charming Mansfield neighborhood, then race back to campus for a triumphant finish — and one last colorful surprise if you want it. No pressure, no judgment, just pure fun!
Proceeds will benefit the Natchaug Hospital Food Pantry which has seen a 200% increase in shoppers this year and is seeking assistance supporting our community.
Race Details: Registration starts at 8:00 am with race start at 9:00 am.
Price: $25 online registration and $30 day of event.
Age group awards: Male, Female, and Non-Binary in the following each age category: 18 & under, 19-29, 30-45, 46-59, 60-69, 70 &
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About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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