Crush Cancer 5K and 3K Family Fun Walk

Join us for a 5K run/walk, followed by a must-attend lecture for anyone interested in firefighting tactics. This event integrates two core components of the fire service: fitness and fireground operations.

The 5K will start and end at Keating Hall, home of Brockton Firefighters Local 144, beginning at 9am. Following the race, we will host Deputy Chief Nicholas Papa of the New Britain Fire Department as he presents his course titled "Coordinating Ventilation: Supporting Extinguishment & Survivability." The purpose of this course is to provide participants with an operational framework to streamline the decision-making process and enhance their likelihood of success when engaging in ventilation operations.

*Registration 8AM

• Race Divisions include

• Top 3 Male/Female

• Firefighter Team Challenge (3 person teams)

• Brockton Firefighter 1st place award

• Top Male/Female in the following Divisons

o Under 15,15-25, 26-40, 41-50, 51-Over

• Participants have the option to partake in the 5K, lecture, or both

• Refreshments will be served inside the union hall at the bar

• Pizza will be served for any participant attending the lecture

• First 50 registered entrants receive free Fire Tactics and 5K T-Shirt

*This event is open to both the general public and fire service members

All proceeds will benefit the LND Foundation in honor of Matthew L. Flaherty

Why Join Us?

On Saturday, June 6, 2026, join us at Bridgewater State University, Massachusetts, for the 10th Annual Run to End Addiction 5K. Whether you run or walk, you're taking a stand against addiction, impacting communities across Massachusetts and New England. Your participation supports those battling addiction and alcoholism and honors the memory of those we've lost. This important occasion will unite individuals and families in a shared mission of freedom, change, and healing. Each participant receives an 10th Annual Run to End Addiction T-shirt, Medal, and Swag Bag, and is welcomed to a cookout with complimentary food, refreshments, resources, and activities.

Like a race, recovery demands training, perseverance, and daily commitment to a sober, transformative lifestyle. With alcoholism, drug addiction, and a record amount of overdoses devastating the lives of so many, your attendance, support, and encouragement provide hope to countless men and women.

Team Incentive

Rally a team of 10 or more, and earn a PROMO CODE for one FREE Registration! Simply email your proof of participation (screenshot, link, receipt, etc.) to progdev@tcmabrockton.org, and we'll send your code. (Limit: one free registration per team)

About Adult & Teen Challenge Massachusetts

For nearly 60 years, Adult & Teen Challenge Massachusetts has been a beacon of hope for those grappling with alcoholism, addiction, and life-controlling issues. Our long-term residential treatment offers individualized studies, clinical counseling, recovery coaching, vocational training, and spiritual development for profound life change.

Honor a Loved One

For an additional $50 donation:

Participate in memory of a loved one lost to overdose. We'll honor them on social media and with a memorial sign along the race course. Share their story, photo, name, and date of birth/date of death with us at progdev@tcmabrockton.org.

Let's inspire change together with this powerful way to help others!

Come enjoy the 50 foot long inflatable obstacle course sponsored by ABB Moonwalks!

DO YOU OR WANT TO SUPPORT THE RUN/WALK IN MEMORY OF A LOVED ONE?

For our event, all participants can donate to run or walk in memory of a loved one they have lost to overdose. We will include their name and story on social media along with a memorial sign which will be placed along the race course. This is a very powerful expression of their lives. Please email and share with us a little about the person along with their photo name and date of birth/date of death to progdev@tcmassachusetts.org. This is a powerful way to help others!

Your Support Matters

Thank you for joining the 10th Annual Run to End Addiction and supporting this vital cause!

Join us for the first Black Hat Brew 5k! Start at the gym, finish at the brewery! Talk about convenient neighbors! The 5k will kick off right at 11am from Scotland Blvd, finishing at the start line, celebrating at the brewery to kick off summer! Your registration includes the race, a t-shirt to the first 200 registrants, and 1 pour of your choosing at the end. This 5k is for all ages. Be sure to check out our vendors, raffles and more at the end!

Just here for the beer and t-shirt? Join in our our 0.01k "race" from the gym to the brewery (we are next door neighbors). Kick off at the start line, wish your fellow runners luck, and save them a seat at the bar!

The Sydney Craven Memorial Fund is a non-profit organization with the mission of providing financial support to children and families throughout the communities of East Bridgewater, West Bridgewater, and Bridgewater, for activities that promote individuality, growth, and self-discovery. It is our goal that the scholarships given through this fund will help children to enhance their self-esteem and embrace their “inner sparkle.”

The 10^th Annual 5K Tutu Run & SparkleFest will take place on Saturday June 13, 2026, at the East Bridgewater Commercial Club from 8:30am-12:00pm. The event will include a 5K run through the town of East Bridgewater starting at 8:30am followed by an outdoor family fun festival called ‘SparkleFest."

SparkleFest will have music by DJ Michael Kingsley of MixMatch Entertainment, face painting and balloon twisting by Silly Faces With Sarah, petting zoo from Farm Visits, exotic interactive animal experience with Joe's Crazzy Critters, an interactive bubble show by Sara Joy of Circus Dynamics, bounce house, sports inflatables, a ride-on train and more! There will also be concessions and food trucks to enjoy throughout the event!

Not only does this event keep the legacy alive of a beautiful, sweet, spunky little girl who left us far too soon, but it also aids in raising funds for a great cause all while providing an opportunity to immerse local companies even further into the community. You don’t want to miss it!

About This Event

This is the twelfth annual Bridgewater Police 5k and 1mi Kids Fun Run. Enjoy a beautiful run through historic downtown Bridgewater. The course is relatively flat, and fast! This event starts and ends at the Bridgewater Police Station.

The kids 1mi fun run will be a times event and will begin PROMPTLY at 8:30am, followed by the 5k PROMPTLY at 9:00am. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the event.

Raffles and awards will follow at approximately 9:45am.

Capacity Limits

This event will be limited to 400 participants.

T-Shirts

We will once again be offering t-shirts for all registered participants of the 5k. You must be registered by August 14, 2026 to guarantee your size. After that, we will do our best. LADIES sizes tend to run SMALL, please plan accordingly.

Course

Our course will remain the same as 2014. One advantage is that this course is now certified by the USATF, certification #MA15012JK. Please visit our webpage or Facebook page for a map. www.bpd5k.com

https://www.facebook.com/BridgewaterPolice5K

Bib Pick-up and In Person Registration

Bib pick-up and in person registration will begin on Friday September 25, 2026 from 5:00-8:00pm at the Bridgewater Police Station located at 220 Pleasant St and is also the start line for our race. Pick-up will be available again the morning of the event Saturday September 26, 2026 starting at 7:00am at the Bridgewater Police Department located at 220 Pleasant St..

Please note that in person registrations must be paid by cash or check. We will be unable to accept credit cards the day of the event. You can register in person on Friday September 25, 2026 at pick up, or the morning of the event if there is space available.

Finishers Medals

All runners that cross the finish line will receive a finishers medal. All kids participating in the 1mi Kids Fun Run will receive a ribbon as they cross the finish line.

Primary Beneficiary

The primary beneficiary for the 12th annual BPD5k is Plymouth County Critical Incident Stress Management Team (PC CISM).

PC CISM is dedicated to supporting First Responders and Frontline Professionals through peer support, 1:1 conversations, education and on-going training. PC CISM provides a safe, confidential space for responders to talk, connect and navigate the challenges that come with serving others. Through training, outreach and peer-driven support, our mission is to strengthen resilience, promote wellness, and ensure no responder feels alone.