Holy Cannoli 5K & 2 Mile
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- HOLY CANNOLI 5K · HOLY CANNOLI 2 MILE WALK
From the Organizer
🎉 Event Description
Join us for the inaugural Holy Cannoli 5K & 2 Mile Walk in downtown Springfield! 🏃♂️
This fun, Italian-themed race is part of the beloved Italian Feast and benefits Cooley’s Anemia awareness, a genetic blood disorder that disproportionately affects individuals of Mediterranean descent.
Whether you're racing for a PR or walking with friends and family, this event is all about community, culture, and CANNOLI!
Participants receive a 1 FREE Admissions ticket to the Italian Festival, Cannoli, and Awards!
📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Location: Main St & Winthrop St, Springfield, MA
Start Times:
- 2 Mile Walk – 8:30 AM
- 5K Race – 9:00 AM
- Race Day Registration: Opens at 8:00 AM
🗺️ Course Info
HOLY CANNOLI this course is flat, fast, and scenic 5K loop through downtown Springfield, featuring:
- Clearly marked route
- Mile markers
- Water station (Midpoint 1.5 Miles)
- Police-supported intersections for safety
👉 Perfect for runners wanting to achieve PR, walkers, and first-time racers!
🍰 Post-Race Celebration
Stick around after the race for:
- 🎉 Italian Feast festivities
- 🍰 Cannoli at the finish line (thanks to La Fiorentina Pastry Shop)
- 🎶 Music and community fun
- 🏆 Awards: Overall 1st Female & Male: Receive GIANT Cannoli and $100!
- Awards will be given to 1st Finishers in the following categories:
- 10 and Under M
- 10 and Under F
- 11-19 M
- 11-19 F
- 20-29 M
- 20-29 F
- 30-39 M
- 30-39 F
- 40-49 M
- 40-49 F
- 50-59 M
- 50-59 F
- 60-69 M
- 60-69 F
- 70-79 M
- 70-79 F
- 80+ M
- 80+ F
- Awards will be given to 1st Finishers in the following categories:
❤️ Benefiting Cooley’s Anemia
A portion of the proceeds will support awareness and fundraising efforts for Cooley’s Anemia, helping to raise awareness of a condition that affects many in the Italian and Mediterranean communities.
👕 Race Swag
High-quality tech race shirt (Must Register by June 15th)
Custom race experience with a unique Italian twist 🇮🇹
⚠️ Important Notes
- This is a rain-or-shine event
- No refunds or transfers
- Strollers welcome
- Please follow all course signage and volunteer directions
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
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.
Running
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
More running races in MA
Blueberry Hill 2026 Spring Shuffle - Run, Walk, Roll!
Youth · 5K
Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation 5K Run/Walk
5K
Hope Beyond the Badge 5K (Run / Walk) for First Responder and Families
5K
North Shore RunFest
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Holy Cannoli 5K & 2 Mile?
- Holy Cannoli 5K & 2 Mile is a running event held in Springfield, MA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Holy Cannoli 5K & 2 Mile?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Springfield, MA at 13 Winthrop Street, Springfield, MA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Holy Cannoli 5K & 2 Mile?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Holy Cannoli 5K & 2 Mile
Jul 11, 2026