8 running events in Springfield, Massachusetts
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Springfield
8 events in Springfield-
Sun, Jan 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Mike Kocsmiersky & Jessica Smith will be leading a 2nd 10 Week Training Program!!!
This is open to runners of all abilities and seeks to build a community for all to enjoy running and train for a 5k or 10k goal race. The 2nd training session will start Jan 11th and run through Mar 21st culminating with the Holyoke St Patrick's 10K Road Race.
Click on this link Details for more details
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Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
This fundraising event will be at Forest Park’s historical Monkey House, 302 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10am to 12:00pm. Our 5K is a USATF Certified Route. Individuals, groups and clubs are encouraged to join our 5K or 10K event.
A complimentary spaghetti dinner will be held on Friday, March 13 at the Basketball Hall of Fame, 1000 Columbus Avenue, Springfield from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. The night include music, raffle prizes and local artisan vendors offering their wares. This event is a great time to pre-register for any event, pick up your event t-shirt and enjoy a great night with fellow participants.
Both the dinner and the 5K/10K walk/run promises to be fun, family-friendly events designed to bring our community together in support of our most vulnerable populations.
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Sat, May 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM
The 5k race and 2.5k walk will be:
Saturday, May 16
11:00 AM
Van Horn Park
494 Armory Street
Springfield, MA 01104
Registration includes bib and short sleeve shirt
On race day registration will open at 10:00 AM
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Sun, May 17, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
We are excited to announce that the 12th Annual Celebrate Kate 5k will be on Sunday May 17, 2026 at Nathan Bills in East Forest Park!
UPDATED SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ON RACE DAY:
7:00AM - Volunteers Arrive
8:00AM - Registration/Packet Pick-Up Opens
8:30AM - Raffle Sales & Cornhole Qualifiers Begin
9:25AM - National Anthem
9:30AM - Runners Start
9:45AM - Walkers Start
11:00AM - Awards Ceremony
11:30AM - Lunch Provided by Nathan Bill's
12:00PM- 50/50 Cornhole Finals
1:00PM - Raffle Winners Chosen
Proceeds go towards the Kathryn Mauke memorial scholarship fund for local graduating seniors, and to donations made in support of domestic violence awareness and causes.
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Sun, May 17, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Join Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts to outrun hunger! This year’s 5K race and 1-mile fun walk helps us to race to fill the bowls of those in need! Funds go directly to programs that feed people in Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin Counties. Those programs include 987,000+ pounds of food annually donated and delivered, purchased and gleaned, and our Growing Gardens program, where we mentor and support those most directly impacted by food insecurity to grow their own culturally meaningful and desired food!!! Our goal: Nourish Western MA - one delivery, one glean, one garden at a time.
Your participation in this race or walk, in person in Forest Park (parking in the park itself is $3, volunteers will be reimbursed) or virtually, makes the difference, truly, whether our neighbors are fed or not. Please run or walk, invite your friends, create a team, enjoy the day.
You can also REALLY help us by peer-to-peer fundraising - asking friends and family, near and far, to support your race or walk. Help us raise funds beyond your registration by donating to RTWM! The link to create your fundraising page is on the top of this page – called “Become a Fundraiser” or you will have an option to become a fundraiser when you register. If you register to run or walk and raise $100 or above as part of your fundraising efforts, you will be refunded $25! See details below.
Fun walk - special props if you come in a costume!
Please visit our website to see our impact: feedwma.org/our-impact/
Participants are invited to bring non-perishable food. After the event, all food will be donated to one or more of Rachel’s Table's 65+ agencies feeding those who are food-insecure in our Western MA community.
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Sun, Jun 21, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Join us on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at the Springfield JCC for our 46th Annual Father's Day Road Race!
Register today for the 10K, 5K, or EveryOneMile!
Our Father's Day Road Race takes place every year on Father's Day. It's a fun and friendly event which welcomes serious runners, fun runners, new runners, walkers, families, our friends with special needs, everyone! Choose to take part in the:
10K - two loops of a flat, 5k course - $35
5K - one loop starting and finishing at the J - $30
1 mile - an inclusive, 1-mile, fun run or walk - $15
Take part in the 10K or 5K and receive a race t-shirt!
We are thrilled that this beloved community event is back in action, and can't wait to see you there!
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Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
The Mentoring Matters 5K run/walk hosted by the Follow My Steps nonprofit organization aims to raise awareness for the need for mentorship in under-resourced communities. Follow My Steps is a Springfield Massachusetts-based non-profit organization offering Youth Mentoring, Career & Skill Development, and Financial Resources.
YOUTH DISCOUNT APPLIED AT CHECKOUT!!!
This year, we are excited to announce the 5th annual Mentoring Matters 5K will be held at Forest Park.
Note: Registration takes place at the Monkey House.
Park in Cyr Arena Parking lot.
Runners and walkers can register as teams or individuals – and have the option to fundraise as a team.
Tee Shirt included in registration (limited availability)
ABOUT FOLLOW MY STEPS
DID YOU KNOW?
Young Adults Who Were At-Risk for Falling Off Track but Had a Mentor Are:
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55% more likely to enroll in college
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130% more likely to hold leadership positions.
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78% more likely to volunteer regularly
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90% are interested in becoming a mentor
Our organization is headed by strong professional who are dedicated to elevating under-resourced students and their families. We understand that there is a disproportionate representation of minorities in key decision-making positions in all facets of leadership in the current time. We aim to close that gap by providing deserving students with the opportunity for financial, mental, and professional education. By offering mentorships to scholarship recipients, we aim to grow a network of like-minded individuals who will continuously give back to their communities and others alike.
VIRTUAL 5K OPTION: #MentoringMatters5K
#MentoringMatters5K is a virtual, non-competitive race by Follow My Steps that allows participants to choose their preferred distance and activity, such as running, walking, or dancing. It can be completed at any time from now until August 8th, and participants are encouraged to share post-challenge photos with the hashtag #MentoringMatters5K. The $40 registration fee serves as a donation to support resources for youth empowerment, including providing school supplies, financial aid for college-bound students, and hosting skill development workshops. Participants are encouraged to track their activity time and distance using a smartphone or smartwatch
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Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
On Saturday, September 19, 2026 the Run/Walk starts at 10:00 AM.
Colby’s Path to the Cure, a 5k run/walk, to raise funds for Synovial Sarcoma Research and Awareness.
King Phillip's Stockade
70 Columbus Ave, Springfield, MA 01105
All registered participants receive T-shirts, sizes not guaranteed; the last day of early registration is 8/31.
Adults: $35, Cost for children 13U $15.00 (Discount appears at Checkout)
As of 9/1, the Registration fee for adults is $40, which may include a t-shirt while supplies last; sizes are not guaranteed.
*******************************Register at this site any time before the start *********************
*****Free Parking is throughout King Phillip's Stockade *****
We will be gathering at the Pavilion closest to the entrance.
Following the race, there will be an outdoor family-friendly gathering at the Pavilion. There will be Music provided DJ. C-Smooth, raffles, face painting, and fun lawn games.
You’ll have the option to purchase a “boxed” lunch or bring your own picnic.
You will be able to purchase a boxed lunch provided by AC Main Street Market with registration (until 09/03) or independently by clicking here:
Choice of Turkey, Cold Cut, Ham, and Roasted Veggie
Feel free to reach out with any questions.