Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge – Ludlow, MA 2026

Date
May 9, 2026
Location
Ludlow, MA
Venue
500 Chapin St
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $35.00
Events
Walk/Run Challenge, Walk/Run Challenge Veterans
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge takes place at 500 Chapin Street in Ludlow, Massachusetts, on May 9, 2026. This event offers a 1-mile distance and starts at 9:00 AM. Entry fees range from $25 to $35, making it an accessible option for runners and walkers in the area. The early morning start time allows participants to complete their effort and get on with their day, whether you're using this as a training run or a casual weekend outing.

From the Race Organizer
Saturday May 9, 2026 9:00 am All abilities welcome and encouraged! Starts at the Sgt. Joshua Desforges Memorial behind Ludlow High School Kids Race at 8:30-no registration necessary Students and Veterans $25 Registration $35 Participants do get a shirt The Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge is a race inspired by the life of Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges, a United States Marine that was killed in combat in Afghanistan in May 2010. Josh chased his dream to become a Marine and every day, “lived life full throttle”. This event is not an average 5K run/walk. This event is better described as a 3+ mile road and trail run, with a twist of Marine Corps inspired obstacles and challenges sure to test mettle. 100% of the proceeds of this event have gone, and will continue to go, directly into the Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Scholarship fund. All proceeds go to graduating Ludlow High Seniors that are pursuing their life’s passion as Josh was by becoming a United Staes Marine.. This scholarship is

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge – Ludlow, MA 2026?

Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge – Ludlow, MA 2026 takes place on May 9, 2026. The race is held in Ludlow, Massachusetts.

Where is Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge – Ludlow, MA 2026 held?

Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge – Ludlow, MA 2026 is held at 500 Chapin St in Ludlow, Massachusetts.

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