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Get ready to lace up those running shoes because it's time for the annual MFoA 5k, 10k, and 1-mile fun run!

When you register for our MFoA races, your fee doesn't just cover the run, it also supports the fundraising efforts of the festival and arts scholarships in our community!

Join us on Saturday, June 20th, at 7:30 am sharp for the 1-mile fun run, 7:45 for the 10k start and 08:05 for the 5k. We kick off the excitement for the 5k and 10k just past the Post Office on Smith St. 5k runners will dash down Atlantic Avenue to Seaview, then make a right onto Humphrey Street, ending at our finish line at Marblehead High School. As for our 10k challengers, you'll start at the Post Office too, but hang a left on Atlantic, take a scenic loop around the Neck, and finish strong at the High School. The 1-mile loop starts at the post office and loops onto Atlantic, the rail-trail, and around the high school.

Can't make it in person? Sign up for one of our virtual races!

The 1st and 2nd place finishers in each age division for the 5k and 10k receive awards, as will all runners 10 and under who complete the 1-mile fun run. Runners registered by June 1 will receive a performance-wicking race t-shirt. We will have the Festival of Arts logo store on-site this year with festival shirts, gear and glassware available for purchase.

So, grab your most artsy running gear, mark your calendars, and let's hit the pavement together!

Here's the scoop on registration fees:

Early Bird (before May 17th):

$15 for the 1-mile

$35 for the 5k

$40 for the 10k

Regular Registration (after June 6th):

$20 for the 1-mile

$40 for the 5k

$45 for the 10k

Day of the Race:

$25 for the 1-mile

$45 for the 5k

$50 for the 10k

And hey, for our younger runners under 10, there's no registration fee!

Psst... If you're eager to get your race bib early, Marathon Sports will be hosting this year. Details coming soon!

Get pumped, get registered, and get ready to run your artsy hearts out!

This beautiful location hosts a sprint & Olympic distance event that offers all the beauty of the south coast of Massachusetts. The event offers a calm swim in a spring fed lake, 1 loop bike course for each event and a closed trail run through beautiful cranberry bogs! (Think packed dirt/sand instead of tree roots) We welcome you to the Harvest Triathlon!

Harvest Triathlon is a qualifier for USA Triathlon's State Championship

Typically, the top 10% of each Age Group can qualify for National Championships as a sanctioned event with USAT. State Championships qualify the top 35 percent or top five finishers in each age group (whichever is greater).

All Information can be found on the event website: https://maxperformanceonline.com/harvesttri/

Online tickets will close at 5pm on Saturday! Walk ups on Sunday morning are welcome. Please arrive between 8-8.15am to register on the day.

SUNDAY, JUNE 14th at 8:30 AM

We invite you to run, walk, saunter or mosey through the beautiful Natick Community Organic Farm and surrounding conservation land. Our scenic course is a 3 x 1 mile loop that includes road, gravel, grass, and trail. If you have a farm or animal themed costume you would like to wear for the run, this would be very welcome!

This event is for runners and walkers of all ages. Kids have the option of completing the full three laps (approximately 5k) or just one lap. All participants will receive a commemorative chicken medal!

Proceeds will support NCOF's work including our scholarship fund, which provides financial assistance to students who would not otherwise be able to participate in the farm's extensive educational programs and to the farm's Teen Programs which offer paid work experience opportunities to local young people year-round.

RACE DAY DETAILS:

Check In / Registration

Online registration is open until 5PM the day before the race. Walk ups are welcome day-of, but please take a note of registration timings below.

Runners are expected to check in and pick up bibs by 8:15AM. To register on the day please arrive by 8AM. A list of registered runners with your bib numbers will be posted online and at registration table on Race Day.

Parking

Enter the shared driveway at 117 Eliot St and head toward Memorial Elementary School. Parking is available in the teardrop, by the tennis courts, and behind the school.

The Race

Runners will start at 8:30AM. We will start everyone at the same time. However, we will ask those wanting to run to start at the front and those wanting to walk or just do one loop of the course to start at the back of the group. This will allow faster runners to make it through the course without too much congestion in some of the tighter trail areas and allow walkers to enjoy the route. Runners can record their times by “gun time”. The Farm will not record individual times but will track the top 3 'three-loop' runners in the Adult (11yrs +) and Kid (10 and under) categories.

The Course

The NCOF Course is a three loop course which is approximately 5k. The loop begins at the NCOF driveway, runs past the farmhouse, some of our garden beds and into the Forest Gnome Trail. You will then bear right onto the Aqueduct Trail, and then exit at the Memorial School. The course runs behind the Memorial School, into the Athletic Fields, skirting the outside of the soccer field, before taking a hard right onto the sidewalk and heading back to the Farm driveway. After your third lap, you will head down the driveway, pass the barn, and finish by the rabbits and chickens.

The course is about 40% Trail, 40% Field and 20% Road / Gravel. If you are new to running trails, the course is not very technical, but you still need to be aware of your footing while running. Please be sure to follow the directions of volunteers and course markings (there will be signs and flags to follow) to ensure you run the full course.

*Kids in strollers can join the race.

*No dogs allowed.

Refund Policy

We will issue full refunds up to and including June 7. From June 8th no refunds will be made.

Post-Race & Awards

There will be refreshments post-race for runners and walkers. Awards will be presented to the top finishers. After the race, we welcome you to enjoy exploring the Farm with your friends and families.

If you have questions, or would like to volunteer email us.

Help support the Charlestown Boys & Girls Club and our Members by participating in one of the oldest Road Races in the Northeast. This 5k Historic Course is a very scenic and challenging route through the hills and streets of Charlestown passing historical sites such as the Charlestown Training Field, St. Mary’s Church, the Freedom Trail and the Bunker Hill Monument. The start and finish line of the race is at the Club’s 60 High Street Building.

We will once again have our exciting 'John McGee Team Challenge'. Take the home the coveted title named in memory of our longtime friend, board member and restaurateur.

Please be aware that the race will SELL OUT. Shirts available for all 1,000 registered participants.

BIB/SHIRT Pick Up will be on Friday, June 12th from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM and the morning of the race starting at 9:00 AM at the Charlestown Boys and Girls Club (High St. Building)

Hope to see you all on Race Day!

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