4th Annual Millbury-Sutton KofC 5k

Run Half Marathon

Nap Briye is organizing the Fifth "Barefoot Half Marathon" on the Sunday before Labor Day. Runners have the option to wear shoes or run barefoot from the Sterling Town Hall to the Shrewsbury High School track field on September 6th, 2026 at 7:00 AM EST.

Transportation will be available for those who will park at the finish line. The bus will leave Shrewsbury High School at 6:15 am to go to Sterling.

Pick up Bib on Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Shrewsbury High School Track Field or on Sunday morning before the race.

Overview

Please join us for the 20th running of The Mass General Brigham Health Plan Canal Diggers 5K and Kids Fun Run on Saturday September 12, 2026! We will once again begin and finish the race at Fiddler's Green, 19 Temple Street, Worcester.

Pre-Race ceremonies will begin at 9:20 AM followed by the Kid's Fun Run at 9:30 AM. The 5K will begin at 10:30 AM and end at the Hibernian Cultural Center where there will be post-race food, refreshments, live entertainment and beer for those over the age of 21, in addition to non-alcoholic beverages.

For those of you, who are not interested in running in crowds, or who may be busy on Saturday September 12, we will, once again, offer a virtual run as well. Virtual runners will have from Monday September 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM until Friday September 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM to run a virtual 5K and submit your time. The winner of the Virtual 5K will be announced Saturday September 12 with the in-person runners.

As you know, each year we strive to improve this all-volunteer, 100% charitable race, making it the premier 5K in the area. This year will be no different. All in person runners can expect the traditional post-race food, water, and, of course, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, provided by our friends at Atlas Distributing.

The first 600 registered participants, whether virtual or in person, we will receive a long sleeve shirt.

Please join us on September 12th as we celebrate 20 years!!!

Pricing

5k - Online Registration Cost

$20.00 until June 1, 2026.

$30.00 from June 1, 2026, until August 31, 2026.

$35.00 from September 1 until September 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM

On-Line registration ends at 12:00 PM on Wednesday September 9, 2026.

After on-line registration ends runners may sign up at packet pick up at Sneakerama on Thursday September 10, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:30 PM or Friday September 11, 2026, from 4:00 - 6:30 P.M. for $40.00.

Packet pick up will also occur on Race Day at 19 Temple Street, Worcester until 10:15 AM.

THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION! All registration will close at 6:30 PM on Friday September 11, 2026.

Youth 1K Registration Cost - $15.00

5k - Undergrad Rate*

*All persons using this registration MUST present a valid college ID at packet pick up

$20.00 until the end of registration at 6:30 PM on September 11, 2026.

THERE IS NO MAIL-IN REGISTRATION

Runner amenities

The first 600 pre-registered runners will receive a performance t-shirt. In addition, all our in-person runners can expect water, pizza and two (2) courtesy tickets for beer for those over the age of 21. All Virtual Runners are guaranteed a medal.

Teams

Wanna run as a team? Be our guest; you'll find the option on our registration page. Minimum of (3) members, please, & awards to the top (3)! Tell yer friends....

WALK, RUN, HAVE FUN!!

Join us for a day of family fun with your dog featuring the Scaredy Cat K95K.

The day features a 5K walk/run for people and dogs of all ages! Costumes encouraged but not required. Best dressed pup will get a prize!

There will be plenty of family fun at the health & fitness fair. Enjoy music, vendors, food, beer, doggy demonstrations, and more. Best of all, this day is for charity! Proceeds from the event will benefit the animal welfare programs of the MVMA Charities and Travis Fund, the chosen charity of Tufts SAVMA, to help care for animals in need.

This year, we're offering a VIRTUAL option for those who can't make it on October 25! Walk or run the 5K alone or with your pet. Take this opportunity to run/walk with ANY of your pets - cat, pig, goat, bird, or any other pet you call your bestie! Virtual participants will also receive the commemorative race t-shirt if registered by the October 1 deadline. Submit a picture of you with your pet and we'll feature you in a social media shout-out.

Raise at least $100 for charity or refer at least 5 friends (who sign up) and your registration fee will be refunded!

Register by October 1, 2026 to guarantee a complimentary race t-shirt!

Schedule of in-person events (subject to change)

8:30am - Registration and bib pickup

9:00am - 1:00pm - Fair with food trucks, beer tent, vendors, and entertainment

9:00am – 11:00am – Free facepainting!

10:00am - 5K walk/run begins

11:00am - 5K awards ceremony

1:00pm - Event concludes

Doggy demonstrations will take place throughout the entire event so stick around and check them out! Food, beer, and vendors will be available all day.

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 2025 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

Can’t make it early on race day? Stop by one of our pre-race packet pickups:

Thursday, October 30 | 4–7 PM – American Flatbread, Worcester, MA

Saturday, November 1 | 10 AM–2 PM – Sneakerama, Worcester, MA

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!

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

5K For Good:

Join us in supporting Veterans Inc., Abby's House, and Reliant Foundation as we run (or walk!) to make a difference in Worcester County! Every step helps provide stability, empowerment, and wellness for those in need. Register for all 3 races NOW!

Reliant Foundation 5K: October 4, 2025

Abby's House 5K: October 18, 2025

Veterans Inc. 5K: November 2, 2025