Big Cheese 5K

Welcome to the 2026 Athol Area YMCA's Big Cheese 5K!

Whether you’ve been with us from our humble beginnings in 2010 or are new to this “Cheesy Experience,” we are so glad to have you as a part of the race.

Event Overview

• Experience: The Big Cheese 5K is a blast!
• Accomplishment: You’ll feel accomplished.
• Support: You'll know that you’ve done your part to help.

Fundraising Goals

This year, we are raising funds to make exciting, much-needed improvements to our facilities, including:

• Upgrades: A gym floor in our Main Street Gym.
• Expansion: Upgrading and expanding our Orange location.
• New Programs: Adding new equipment and Healthy Living programs at both locations.

Community Support

The YMCA is a non-profit organization that partly relies on the community for continued support, which, in turn, can give back to the community by offering supportive, fun, and exciting healthy living activities such as:

• Programs: LiveStrong program, yoga, senior citizen exercise programs.
• Activities: Swimming lessons, sports, weightlifting.
• More: And so much more!

Get Involved

As we gear up for the 2026 race, we are seeking your support. Donations will help:

• Offset Costs: Including SecondWind Timing for a competitive or non-competitive race experience.
• Strengthen Community: Strengthening our event and community.
• Support Updates: Allowing all of our race registrations to go directly to important facility updates.

Make a Donation

Please consider contributing your tax-deductible donation today by tapping "Donate" below.

Event Details

Date: April 11, 2026

Location: 545 Main St, Athol, MA

For more information, visit: Big Cheese 5K