From the Organizer
Join us in beautiful Ludlow, VT for the 4th annual 5 Alarm 5K to support local Firefighters who serve and protect the Town of Ludlow as well as their surrounding communities. Runners and walkers are all welcome. Trophies to the top 3 runners of each age group. Best group costume award. Fire Department Challenge trophy. Free lunch and music.
Events
Weather
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
77°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cavendish, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
755
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,118 ft
Nearest Airport
RUT
Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 71 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Lace Up for Laura 2026
9 miles away
Cirque Series - Killington VT
16 miles away
Firecracker 5K
17 miles away
Ludlow Volunteer Firefighters Association 5 Alarm 5k Road Race/Walk
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
5 Alarm 5K
Sep 5, 2026