Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5k Run/Walk at Polar Park 2026 — Worcester, MA

Date
November 8, 2026
Location
Worcester, MA
Venue
100 Madison St.
Start Time
10:00 AM
Sunrise
6:27 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $45.00
Events
Adult Registration, Youth Registration (12 & Under), Veteran Registration (With Proof of Status), Wheelchair Registration, Sponsor a Veteran Runner
Includes
T-Shirt, please select your preferred size!
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The Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5K Run/Walk at Polar Park takes place at 100 Madison Street in Worcester, Massachusetts on November 8, 2026. The event offers a 1-mile distance with a typical start time of 10:00 AM. Entry fees range from free to $45.00 depending on registration options. If you can't make it to Worcester on race day, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the distance on your own schedule. This is a straightforward local running event supporting Veterans Inc., making it an accessible option for runners and walkers of varying fitness levels in central Massachusetts.

From the Race Organizer
Same Day Registration Available; Join Us Early! Doors open for same day registration at 8:00AM. About This Event: We are excited to invite you to participate in the 2026 Run4Veterans 5k Road Race/Walk with Veterans Inc. at Polar Park! We look forward to a fun morning of activity in support of Veterans and their families in need. Registration begins at 8am. Help us do more for the Veterans we serve while enjoying the home of the Woo Sox! Run to win, walk for fun, but most importantly sign up and have fun for a good cause! All Fitness Levels and Strollers Welcome! All Pre-Registrants will receive a commemorative event running shirt, and all participants will enjoy food, beer, music, prizes, and more after the race. If you can’t make it in person this year, we are offering a virtual sign-up option as well! Just run a 5k before the deadline, submit your times, and we will recognize your participation and honor the virtual winner alongside the in-person honorees. Rep your branch or wear your Red, White, & Blue. Packet Pickup Options Stay tuned for packet pickup details! Event Shirts: Event shirts will be distributed at race packet pickup or on race day while supplies last. Awards Ceremony: An awards ceremony will begin at 11:30am at Polar Park. We have a winner’s podium and trophies for the top 3 placements in each category. We encourage all to gather and participate in this exciting portion of the post-race festivities! 2025 Awards: Awards to the top 3 male/female overall Top male/female runner in each age group 1-14, 15-22, 23-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ Top male/female Veteran Top male/female wheelchair

Course & Travel Notes

The Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5k takes place on November 8, 2026, at Polar Park in Worcester, Massachusetts, with an 10:00 AM start time. Sunrise occurs at 6:29 AM that morning, giving you plenty of daylight for the race at the venue's 453-foot elevation. Worcester Regional Airport is just 3.9 miles away, making it convenient for air travel. Plan for typical November weather with highs around 48°F and lows near 32°F; historically, about 36% of days in this period experience measurable rain, so bring appropriate gear.

⛰️ 453 ft elevation☀️ Typically 48°F / 32°F · 36% chance of rain✈️ Worcester Regional Airport (ORH) — 3.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5k Run/Walk at Polar Park 2026 — Worcester, MA?

Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5k Run/Walk at Polar Park 2026 — Worcester, MA takes place on November 8, 2026. The race is held in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Where is Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5k Run/Walk at Polar Park 2026 — Worcester, MA held?

Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5k Run/Walk at Polar Park 2026 — Worcester, MA is held at 100 Madison St. in Worcester, Massachusetts.

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