From the Organizer
**Online Registration closes at 6pm Friday, July 24th. Yes! You can still participate, day of race registration opens at 7am.**
Check the weather for Upton here
Join us for the Annual Hot to Trot 5K on Saturday, July 25, 2026. This race grows bigger each year, so don’t miss out on all the fun. It’s a mostly flat family-friendly course, a perfect route for seasoned runners looking to PR, for the casual runner that’s in no rush, and for the entire family to take a walk before the day gets too hot! Every registrant will receive a cool performance-wicking t-shirt, breakfast, and maybe even a medal? Awards are given out to top runners, but the biggest hit of the day is our awesome t-shirts! In order to be guaranteed a t-shirt register by Thursday, July 9th.
- Water stop at halfway mark!
- Mile Markers at 1 & 2
- PR on our fast course!
- music, breakfast & awards following the race.
Awards for:
1st, 2nd, 3rd for Overall Male and Female
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Winners for Male and Female Age Groups
14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
The race starts promptly at 8:00AM, with registration beginning at 7:00AM. Rain or shine!
Online Registration closes at 6:00 PM on 7/24/2026. We would still love to have you run! Day-of registration opens at the Upton VFW from 7AM - 7:30AM on 7/25/2026.
Parking:
The VFW: 15 Milford St. Upton, MA
The Rose Garden: 16 Milford St. Upton, MA
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
85°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from West Medway, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Upton, MA
Elevation
319 ft
Nearest Airport
ORH
Worcester Regional Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hot to Trot 5K?
- Hot to Trot 5K is a running race held in Upton, Massachusetts on July 25, 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 Hot to Trot 5K?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Upton, Massachusetts at Upton VFW, Upton, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hot to Trot 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hot to Trot 5K
Jul 25, 2026