From the Organizer
Applefest 5K Road Race
Saturday, September 20th 2025
Registration Begins at 8:00 AM
Road Race Begins at 9:00 AM
Looking for 500 runners this year
Runners and Walkers Welcome
Sponsored by Applefest Committeee
Adults $35.00
Under 18 $25.00
Medals will be awarded to the 1st place winners in each category
Bananas and water will be provided at the road race
To qualify for a Free T-shirt register by September 1st
After September 1st and on race day , assorted T-shirts will be available for purchase
For more details about the 5K Road Race visit the Northborough Applefest website
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
67°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Worcester Rgnl Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Northborough, MA
City Elevation
375 ft
Nearest Airport
ORH
Worcester Regional Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Applefest 5k Road Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
97
Days to train
- Race
- Applefest 5k Road Race
- Date
- September 26, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Applefest 5k Road Race?
- Applefest 5k Road Race is a running race held in Northborough, Massachusetts on September 26, 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 Applefest 5k Road Race?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Northborough, Massachusetts at 33 Howard Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Applefest 5k Road Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Applefest 5k Road Race
Sep 26, 2026