53rd Annual Walpole Labor Day Road Race

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us on Sunday, April 11, 2025. Join us in Medfield at McCarthy Park & Fields for a course that winds through tree-lined streets, past rolling fields, and along serene nature trails, offering a mix of paved roads and well-maintained paths. Runners will experience gentle hills and open stretches that showcase the town’s beauty, making for a dynamic and enjoyable race experience. Participants of all abilities - from seasoned runners to casual walkers - can enjoy a fun day out. Fun for the youngest among us starts at 9 am with a Fun Run for ages 4 - 10. Sign up before March 11th and get a complimentary race shirt.

Our event is more than just a race. Every step taken on race day contributes to the journey of a family transitioning out of homelessness, with 10% of the funds raised supporting the Soles of Medfield Scholarship Fund.

Not a runner? No worries! Join us anyway and soak in the vibrant atmosphere and energy of the day. Whether you are hitting the trails or cheering from the sidelines, this event promises something special for everyone.

The 5k course is along the Medfield Rail Trail. The 10k course starts on the Medfield Rail Trail then heads onto the roads of Medfield and returns back to the Rail Trail. Course maps can be found below.

About Bailey’s Team for Autism...

Bailey's Team for Autism is a regional non-profit organization raising funds and awareness in support of individuals living with autism spectrum disorders and their families. Founded in 2001 and incorporated in 2008, we have raised over $1.3 million contributing over 90% of all funds raised with a focus on programming, education, and research. We have supported projects nationwide, but our concentration is in New England - more specifically, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

About the Run...

Our 5k is a professionally measured and USATF Certified fast, flat course and encourages good race time! It starts and finishes on Payson Road will continue left onto Chestnut Street then onto Mechanic Street and up Baker returning to Chestnut and Payson Road back at the start.

About the Walk...

The WALK route is 1 mile from the run start on Payson Road. Participation is FREE but registration is required (there is a fee if you want an event t-shirt - please see below)! You may register on site where ALL walkers will be required to sign a waiver (adults must sign on behalf of their child). We do not encourage walkers to follow the 5k run route as we will not have all safety precautions and police officers stationed for more than one hour along the route. Also, we will be well into our after-party at Conrads, as a result, we encourage you to "run the run," or “walk the [1 mile] walk."

Who gets a T-Shirt?

T-Shirts are FREE and guaranteed to the first 200 registered RUNNERS

We encourage you to help support Bailey's Team for Autism by fundraising and this site makes it very easy!

A SAFE-DRIVING INITIATIVE

The Hummingbird Run is a fun family event to promote safe driving. Created to honor the memory of Elizabeth Giordano, who lost her life in a distracted driving crash, this event brings the community together to commit to driving responsibly.

TIME, LOCATION, EVENT INFO

This year marks the Hummingbird Run's tenth year and will be held on Sunday, April 26, 2026, during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, at the Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds on Emerald Street in Wrentham, Massachusetts. Free parking is available on site.

Pre-race activities and warm-ups will start about 9:15 a.m. and the race will start at 10 a.m.

You can register to run the 5K or 10K, or walk the 5K. Please note this is a family event and the course is not USATF certified. The course is on flat, suburban roads. It will be held rain or shine.

ONLINE and IN-PERSON REGISTRATION

Online race registration will close the evening of Friday, April 24.

In-person registration for new registrants will be available at the Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 25. On Race Day, Sunday, April 26, you may register at the Fairgrounds starting at 8 a.m.

BIB PICK-UP

Participants who pre-register here may pick up their race bib the day before the race from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds, or prior to the race on Sunday, April 26, beginning at 8 a.m.

MEDALS

Medals will be awarded after the race for the 5K run and 10K run by selected age groups and by gender. Gender and age information is collected for this purpose.

RACE DAY ACTIVITIES

Race Day activities for the whole family include fun entertainment, an exciting raffle, yummy food, a brief schedule with several speakers, and beautiful medals for winning participants in selected categories. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome.

Free t-shirts will be provided for the first 300 registrants!

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

This event is organized by the Elizabeth K Giordano Scholarship Fund, which manages several scholarships. We will award several $1,000 scholarships at the race from a drawing of all participating High School Seniors. Must be present to win. When registering online here, High School Seniors should choose one of the categories specifically marked for High School Seniors to ensure they will be included in the drawing.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Visit www.hummingbirdrun.org for information or to sponsor, donate, or volunteer.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

3Mile and 1/2 mile Run, Walk or Roll

The First 100 registered runners receive a FREE race shirt!!!

This event is sponsored by the Friends Of Norwood SEPAC and ABL Fitness to raise acceptance and awareness for individuals with disabilities to make Norwood an accepting, inclusive and accessible community!

ABL Fitness is a nonprofit fitness clinic that empowers kids, teens and adults with disabilities specializing in neurodiversity by combining movement, sensory regulation, and individualized coaching to build confidence, connection, and lifelong physical, social, and emotional strength. Their mission is to create a safe, welcoming space where every athlete is presumed capable, supported through personalized strategies, and celebrated for who they are. Through trust, connection, and adaptive fitness, they help individuals break barriers, foster independence, and realize their full potential.

Friends of Norwood SEPAC is the nonprofit arm of the Norwood Special Education Parents Advisory Council (SEPAC) that supports the mission to build understanding, respect, and support for children with special needs in Norwood by fostering parent networking, advising the district on special education programs, promoting communication and inclusion, and offering informational forums and resources to families.

We are excited to announce the return of Emma’s Run, our beloved community event, in honor of Emma Greenspan. This event brings together runners, walkers, and families for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Memorial Park Beach, Sharon, MA

Whether you’re a runner or not, everyone is welcome!

If running isn’t your thing, please still join us and enjoy our FREE family-friendly activities, including face painting, bubbles, a nature-themed craft table, a DJ, food, and plenty of fun for kids of all ages.

The first 800 registrants, including children, will receive an Emma’s Run t-shirt. All funds go directly to the Emma Greenspan Foundation.

AGENDA

• 8:00 AM Registration Opens

• 9:30 AM Kids Dash

• 9:45 AM Kids 1.2 Mile Run

• 10:15 AM 5 Mile Run and 2.5 Mile Walk

• 11:30 AM Awards

EARLY BIB PICK UP

Saturday, May 2

The Run House: 15 West St, Walpole, MA 02081

PAST RACE RESULTS

• 2025 https://www.iresultslive.com/results/?eid=6340

• 2024 http://www.iresultslive.com/?op=summary&eid=5976

• 2023 http://www.iresultslive.com/?op=summary&eid=5593

• 2022 https://my.racewire.com/results/36904

FAQs

• Strollers are allowed on the 2.5 mile walk and 5 mile run course

• Unfortunately, no pets are allowed on the courses

• Course maps are available at emmasrun.org/course-map/

• Parking is available at;

• Sharon High School 181 Pond St, Sharon, MA 02067

• Memorial Park Beach 1 Beach St. Sharon, MA 02067

o NOTE: Memorial Park Beach parking lot will be closed from about 9:30am-10:20am during race times. Following the last event kick off, the lot will reopen to exit.