Annual Home Of The Brave 5K Walk or Run - Fundraiser For Sturbridge Vets
Annual Home Of The Brave 5K Walk or Run - Fundraiser For Sturbridge Vets is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Sturbridge, MA, with entry fees from $10 to $25.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (61 days to go)
- Location
- 278 Main St., Sturbridge, MA
- Price
- $10–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
2026 Annual Home of the Brave 5k Walk or Run for Fun presented by: Sturbridge Special Events Committee.
- Join us in celebrating the bravery and dedication of our veterans. All funds raised by the race go to support Sturbridge Veterans.
- Any Sturbridge Veterans that are in need of assistance, please reach out to our VSO: https://www.sturbridge.gov/veterans-services
- See 2026 results at https://www.iresultslive.com/results/?eid=6643
Race Day Schedule:
- 7:30 AM: Packet Pickup and Day-Of Registration Begins
- 9:00 AM: 5K Walk/Run Start
- 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM is estimated based on all participants completing the course with awards ceremony on the Common
Course Map: Click Here to view Map
Registration Pricing:
Free T-shirts and finisher ribbons are included based on first-come/first-served availability.
In-person: $25 / Day-of Registration: $40
Military: $10 / Day-of Registration: $20
Parking: Within a short walk of the Sturbridge Town Common. See Map Below:
Raffles:
- All Participants are entered in citizen raffles. Names are drawn after the medal awards after the race.
- Special raffles for each military branch's participation and overall military participation.
Recognition:
- Fastest Military Female & Male Finishers
- Fastest Overall Female & Male Finishers
- Fastest Female & Male in Each Age Division
Volunteers Needed:
Join our passionate 5K Crew and run for free! We're on the lookout for more enthusiastic volunteers to help bring this race to life.
- Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to the scene, your efforts make a world of difference.
- Share this opportunity with friends and family who might be interested.
- Come learn and experience the inner workings of an all-volunteer fundraising race, where every helping hand counts towards a greater cause!
For 2025 Results
Please Go To IResultsLive for 2025 Results
http://www.iresultslive.com/?eid=6232
For more of our 5ks and information on our generous sponsors and community partners, go to https://www.5kgpt.com/
Thank you!
Thank you for your support and participation in this event!
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
53°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Brimfield Lake, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sturbridge, MA
City Elevation
588 ft
Nearest Airport
ORH
Worcester Regional Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Annual Home Of The Brave 5K Walk or Run - Fundraiser For Sturbridge Vets
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- 278 Main St., Sturbridge, MA
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Nov 7, 2026