2 running events in Brockton, Massachusetts

Colonial Road Runners will be hosting the 44rth running of the Paddy Kelly Road Race on March 29, 2026. We are looking forward to welcoming back our loyal runners and new runners. Same great flat, fast course over paved, traffic-free roads through scenic D.W. Field Park. Proceeds will support the Colonial Road Runners Kids Summer Fun-Run Track Series. We offer Awards, along with an amazing Post-Race Party at Harry’s Westgate Pub & Grill.

So welcome back Spring and come run with us!

Note: Paddy Kelly race is for runners only. No walkers or dogs allowed

Awards:

Trophies for the top three Male/Female Overall and medals for top three in each Age Division

• 19 and under

• 20-29

• 30-39

• 40-49

• 50-59

• 60-69

• 70-79

• 80+

$50.00 MARATHON SPORTS gift certificates to first overall male/female.

Amenities:

• Post race party, pasta/chili and one free beer or soft drink for all.

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