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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
125 Crescent St, West Boylston MA
5K
47–62°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
42–61°F
dry
2024
36–55°F
dry
2023
44–59°F
dry
2022
45–59°F
dry
2021
50–61°F
rain
2020
40–56°F
rain
2019
45–54°F
rain
2018
41–57°F
dry
2017
39–56°F
dry
2016
59–74°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 17
Rain likely · 32–56°F
Saturday, Oct 17starts near 32°F · 47% chance of rain · wind up to 15 mph
About this race
Join us for the 17th Annual Abby's House Hybrid 5K Run/Walk. This is a CERTIFIED, CHIP-TIMED 5K course. All proceeds raised benefit the women and children of Abby's House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing women with or without children with safe shelter, affordable housing, advocacy services, and the support they need to lead self-directed lives filled with dignity and hope.
The course has scenic views and gentle rolling hills around the Wachusett Reservoir. NO PETS PLEASE.
Registration Fees
Registration (now through October 14)
Adult: $35 | Youth (17 and under): $30
Late Registration (October 15 and after): $45
Register early and save!
You can register in person at 52 High Street at Abby's House on Thursday, October 15 from 10AM – 2PM or 4PM – 7PM or on race day, Saturday, October 17 from 8–8:30AM. Please note, we cannot accept registrations after 8:30AM
Picking Up Your Bib/Number
Pick up your bib/number at Abby’s House, 52 High Street, Worcester, on Thursday, October 15 from 10AM – 2PM or 4PM – 7PM, or on race day, Saturday, October 17. Bib pick-up is strongly encouraged to be completed on Thursday to avoid lines.
Registrations for virtual participants will continue until Saturday October 17th! Participants who registered for the virtual race are unable to participate at the in-person race.
Already registered? Learn more In-Person Race Day or Virtual Race Week.
5K For Good Series
Join us in supporting Abby’s House, Veterans Inc., and Reliant Foundation as we run (or walk!) to make a difference in Worcester County! Every step helps provide stability, empowerment, and wellness for those in need. Register for all 3 races NOW: linktr.ee/5kforgoodseries
- Reliant Foundation 5K: October 3, 2026
- Abby's House 5K: October 17, 2026
- Veterans Inc. 5K: November 8, 2026
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