4th Annual Christmas in July Tree.1 Walk and Run for Fun
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 278 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
- Distance
- 5K · 5k Virtual
From the Organizer
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Giving Trees for Life, Inc. (The Festival of {Giving} Trees), is thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual Tree.1 Run for Fun Run/Walk happening on Saturday, July 12th, 2025! This event aims to raise funds for the Silent Spring Institute, the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition, and The UMMH Cancer Center at Harrington Hospital to combat breast cancer, support cancer research, and help local cancer patients with financial hardship.
Race Day Schedule & Location
- Registration is online here on Race Day:
- Bib packet pickup begins at 7:00 AM with a 3.1-mile race starting at 8:00 AM
- GPS address: Sturbridge Town Common- 278 Main St, Sturbridge, MA 01566
Race T-shirts and finisher medals are guaranteed to all participants until approximately three weeks before the race when the t-shirt printer requires the order.
Parking is available at several lots within a short walk of the Sturbridge Town Common. See the special Parking section.
- Awards to:
- Overall Female & Male Winners and Age Group Awards
- Christmas costumes – prizes for best adult, child, and pet costumes!!
- For our virtual Tree.1; there is no specific location; just run, walk, jog, or treadmill from wherever you are!! Do it between June 1st and July 4th! It’s your 5k - do it at your pace. So, grab your family and friends, sign up, and start your 5K. We will mail you your t-shirt and finisher medal!! Dates follow the guidelines below.
Fun and Festivities
Christmas costumes are encouraged – prizes for the best adult, child, and pet costume!!
Registration
$30 Early Bird Registration before May 15th - includes a t-shirt & finisher medal.
$35 Registration (after May 15th) - includes a t-shirt & finisher medal - register as soon as possible to be guaranteed a t-shirt and medal.
Virtual Runners - $5 Shipping Donation Requested to defer the cost of shipping t-shirt and finisher medal.
Day of registration: $35 for all – t-shirts and medals - ONLY IF AVAILABLE - NO GUARANTEE – register early!!!
Results
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
81°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Brimfield Lake, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sturbridge, MA
Elevation
588 ft
Nearest Airport
ORH
Worcester Regional Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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- Race
- 4th Annual Christmas in July Tree.1 Walk and Run for Fun
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 278 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 4th Annual Christmas in July Tree.1 Walk and Run for Fun?
- 4th Annual Christmas in July Tree.1 Walk and Run for Fun is a running race held in Sturbridge, Massachusetts on July 11, 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 4th Annual Christmas in July Tree.1 Walk and Run for Fun?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Sturbridge, Massachusetts at 278 Main St, Sturbridge, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 4th Annual Christmas in July Tree.1 Walk and Run for Fun?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
4th Annual Christmas in July Tree.1 Walk and Run for Fun
Jul 11, 2026