16th Annual Larry Olsen 5K Classic and Kids Dash
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $5–$30
From the Organizer
This race is named in honor of Larry "Legend" Olsen. Larry was an outstanding runner, coach & friend. He won USA Track and Field Masters National Runner of the Year five times, set several US National Masters records, was an 8-time USATF-NE Grand Prix Series Masters Champion, and had the distinction of being the outright winner of races in each decade of his life from his teens to age 60+. He was a founder of the Tri-Valley Front Runners and a dedicated coach for the Hopedale High School Girls Cross Country Team. In 2014, he was inducted into the USATF Masters Hall of Fame.
Any High School athlete going into their Senior year who registers for this event will be eligible to apply for the Larry Olsen Scholarship.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
84°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from West Medway, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hopedale, MA
City Elevation
253 ft
Nearest Airport
ORH
Worcester Regional Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- 16th Annual Larry Olsen 5K Classic and Kids Dash
- Date
- August 15, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 16th Annual Larry Olsen 5K Classic and Kids Dash?
- 16th Annual Larry Olsen 5K Classic and Kids Dash is a running race held in Hopedale, Massachusetts on August 15, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 16th Annual Larry Olsen 5K Classic and Kids Dash?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Hopedale, Massachusetts at Hopedale Town Park off Dutcher Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 16th Annual Larry Olsen 5K Classic and Kids Dash?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
16th Annual Larry Olsen 5K Classic and Kids Dash
Aug 15, 2026