Worcester Firefighters 6K

A 5K race/walk in Shrewsbury to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community, hosted by the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury and Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services (SYFS). Proceeds from the Shrewsbury Pride 5K will be shared by SYFS, to facilitate programs to directly support LGBTQ+ youth and families, and First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury, to support ongoing programs of outreach to the local and wider community.

T-shirts guaranteed for first 400 runners or by registering by May 24th. Limited quantities may be available on the day of the race.

Race Map is here: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6436120093/

Day-of Registration is $35.00, payable by cash or credit card.

Race Timing will be provided by Presidential Timing of Hanover, MA.

The Tarentino Strong 5K Run/Walk is proud to invite you to join us in commemorating the 10th Anniversary of Fallen Hero Ronald Tarentino, Jr., on June 14, 2026.The road race was established after Officer Tarentino was killed in the line of duty on May 22, 2016, as a way for our greater community to honor him, his dedication to serving others and to celebrate the relationships he made with many throughout Massachusetts. It is also an opportunity to honor all men and women who have served or continue to serve our great country. It is our hope that this event will continue to bond our community ties by gathering and having fun together for a great cause.

This year’s Tarentino Strong 5K Run/Walk will be held at the Auburn Elks Lodge located at 754 Southbridge Street, Auburn, MA. This exciting morning will feature an age 8 and under Kids Fun Run, raffles, DJ, chip timing, live results, and free finish line photos.

Check back to this page for future updates.

Race Registration

5K Run/Walk (10:00 AM Start)

February 8th - February 16th $25.00

February 17th - March 31st $30.00

April 1st– June 13th (7:00 PM) $ 35.00

Race Day, June 14th $ 40.00

Please note, all entry fees are non-refundable

Kids Fun Run: age 8 and under (9:15 AM) $15.00

Race Day, June 14th $20.00

All kids registering for the Fun Run will receive a Tarentino Strong logo water bottle, CUSTOM DESIGNED TARENTINO STRONG KIDS FUN RUN T-shirt and a goodie bag filled with special treats and treasures along with a race medal!

BIB AND SHIRT PICKUP

SNEAKERAMA and TARENTINO STRONG will team up for an early bib pick up event at the popular THURSDAY NIGHT FUN RUN! Join us on THURSDAY, JUNE 11th from 4:30-7:00 PM at SNEAKERAMA, 12 Lake Ave, Worcester. Pick up your bib and shirt, register for the TARENTINO STRONG 5K, and join other fun runners as they make their way along the very popular Lake Ave course. We will be raffling off a free race entry and maybe even a very limited edition, custom water bottle!

EARLY BIB AND SHIRT PICKUP will also be held on Friday, June 12th from 4:30pm-7:30pm at the AUBURN ELKS.

RACE DAY

**Same day registration will be held at the ELKS Club in Auburn from 8:00 AM until 9:30 AM. This is also where you will pick up your bib number and t-shirt the morning of the event if you cannot join us for early bib pick-up. Please arrive early in order to provide enough time to get ready before the race starts!

Custom race shirts will be available to the first 1000 registrants. ** Sizes on first come, first serve basis. **

Personalized bibs are guaranteed to all 5K participants registering on or before May 1st.

Race Course

The start of the race will take place in the Auburn Elks parking lot. Runners and walkers will head left out of the Elks lot onto Route 12. From there, participants will turn left onto Warren Ave then onto Bryn Mawr. Runners and walkers will turn around just past Leicester St. then head back to Bryn Mawr, Warren Ave, right onto Route 12, back into the Auburn Elks parking lot for a total of 3.1 miles.

Due to the high volume of runners and walkers, dogs will not be allowed to walk/run on the race route (special service animals are allowed). Strollers are permitted with the walkers.

Parking

Parking is available at the Elks and additional lots nearby.

Uniform Challenge Division

Open to law enforcement officers, firefighters, and military. Participants will run or walk in full duty uniform for the 5K event.

Running in Uniform for Law Enforcement Officers

-Uniform, Ballistic Vest, and Gun Belt

Running in Uniform for Firefighters

-Turnouts, Belt, Helmet

Running in Uniform for Military

-Uniform top on bottom along with hat

Wheelchair Division

The division is open to athletes that are competing either using a wheelchair independently or with a pusher. Awards will be presented to the top finisher.

Team Division

This award will be presented to the entity that has the most individuals registered under that Team Name.

Awards

*Awards will be presented to the top male and female Uniform Challenge first place winners.

*Awards will also be presented to the top overall male and female finishers.

*Age group awards will be presented to the top finishers in both male and female age groups: 9-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

The Tradition Continues: The Fred Warren 5K

A Holden Staple for 60 Years: Established by Fred Warren—former Wachusett Regional High School coach and founder of the Central Mass Striders—this race began as a premier training opportunity for his athletes. Today the Central Mass Striders are proud to carry the torch, celebrating 60 years of community, grit, and local spirit.

The Race Details:

We are thrilled to return to Seven Saws Brewing Company this year

• Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026 @ 11am

• Location: Seven Saws Brewing Co., Holden, MA

• The 5K: A classic course for all abilities.

• Kids Fun Run: A free event for the younger runners that will stay in the industrial park.

New for 2026: Team Challenge!

We’re spicing things up—registration is better with friends. Form a team with your family, coworkers, or run club. The team with the most members wins the ultimate prize: community bragging rights and team pride!

Registration Perks & Pricing

• Flash Sale: $15 (Ends Midnight 4/21!)

• Regular Rate: $20

• Student Rate: $15 (Always available for K-College students).

• Tech T-Shirts: The first 100 registrants for the 5K receive a commemorative tech tee! (Sizes are first-come, first-served).

• Post-Race Party: Stick around for food trucks, raffle prizes, and cold beer at the brewery.

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....