46th Annual Bridge of Flowers Classic & 3k Race

Race Overview

• History: Since 1979, the Bridge of Flowers road race has been drawing hundreds of people each year to the scenic town of Shelburne Falls, MA.
• Date: The race will take place on 2026-08-08.
• Location: 75 Mechanic St, Shelburne Falls, MA.
• URL: For more information, visit RunReg.

Race Sponsors

• Presented by: Greenfield Savings Bank.
• Supported by: Dial/Self Youth and Community Services in Greenfield, MA.
• Non-Profit Impact: DIAL/SELF will continue to be the fiscal sponsor and primary beneficiary of the race.
• Mission: DIAL/SELF serves the youth and communities of Western MA, fostering empowerment and community service.

Amenities

• Music: On course music including DJ and local musicians.

Course Details

• Route: Mostly on scenic, rolling, well marked, paved roads. View the 8k Course map here.
• Start/Finish: Starts and finishes in downtown Shelburne Falls, MA, 01370.

Awards

• Timing: 3K and 8K awards at 11:00am.
• Location: Awards and post-race party at The Blue Rock Restaurant.
• Prize Structure: Overall M/F/Open will receive cash prizes and age group winners will receive $50.
• Additional Awards: Gift cards for top finishers under 18 and Franklin County finishers.

Results

• Provider: Results will be provided post-race by Granite State Racing Services.

Registration

• Deadline: Online registration is available until Wednesday, August 5th at 5pm. No race day registration.
• Fees: Detailed fee structure available as per registration deadlines.

Packet Pickup/Parking

• Time: Packet pickup on Friday, August 7th from 5pm-7pm and on race day from 6:45am-8:45am.
• Location: Buckland Shelburne Elementary School, 75 Mechanic Street, Shelburne Falls, MA.
• Parking: Race day parking also at the Elementary school (half mile from the start/finish area).

Commemorative Shirts

• Fundraiser: Participants encouraged to opt in to fundraising for DIAL/SELF Youth & Community Services.
• Incentives: Raise $50 by July 10th for a T-shirt: raise $250 for a race sweatshirt.

Refund Policy

• No Refunds: We apologize, but no refunds will be available.
• Support: Proceeds support DIAL/SELF Youth & Community Services.

Contact Information

• More Info: Visit www.bofrace.com.
• Email: Contact the Race Director, Phil Ringwood, at bofracedirector@gmail.com.