12th Annual Bridgewater Police 5K and 1M Kids Fun Run

About This Event

• Event Details: This is the twelfth annual Bridgewater Police 5k and 1mi Kids Fun Run. Enjoy a beautiful run through historic downtown Bridgewater. The course is relatively flat, and fast! This event starts and ends at the Bridgewater Police Station.
• Event Schedule: The kids 1mi fun run will be a timed event and will begin PROMPTLY at 8:30 am, followed by the 5k PROMPTLY at 9:00 am. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the event.
• Awards: Raffles and awards will follow at approximately 9:45 am.

Capacity Limits

• Participant Limit: This event will be limited to 400 participants.

T-Shirts

• Registration Deadline: We will once again be offering t-shirts for all registered participants of the 5k. You must be registered by August 14, 2026 to guarantee your size.
• Size Information: After that, we will do our best. LADIES sizes tend to run SMALL, please plan accordingly.

Course

• Course Certification: Our course will remain the same as 2014. One advantage is that this course is now certified by the USATF, certification #MA15012JK.
• Map Availability: Please visit our webpage or Facebook page for a map. www.bpd5k.com
• Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/BridgewaterPolice5K

Bib Pick-up and In Person Registration

• Pick-up Timing: Bib pick-up and in-person registration will begin on Friday September 25, 2026 from 5:00-8:00 pm at the Bridgewater Police Station located at 220 Pleasant St and is also the start line for our race.
• Morning Registration: Pick-up will be available again the morning of the event Saturday September 26, 2026 starting at 7:00 am at the Bridgewater Police Department located at 220 Pleasant St.
• Payment Options: Please note that in-person registrations must be paid by cash or check. We will be unable to accept credit cards the day of the event.
• Space Availability: You can register in person on Friday September 25, 2026 at pick up, or the morning of the event if there is space available.

Finishers Medals

• Medals for Runners: All runners that cross the finish line will receive a finishers medal.
• Ribbons for Kids: All kids participating in the 1mi Kids Fun Run will receive a ribbon as they cross the finish line.

Primary Beneficiary

• Beneficiary Information: The primary beneficiary for the 12th annual BPD5k is Plymouth County Critical Incident Stress Management Team (PC CISM).
• Support Mission: PC CISM is dedicated to supporting First Responders and Frontline Professionals through peer support, 1:1 conversations, education and on-going training.
• Safe Space: PC CISM provides a safe, confidential space for responders to talk, connect and navigate the challenges that come with serving others.
• Goal: Through training, outreach and peer-driven support, our mission is to strengthen resilience, promote wellness, and ensure no responder feels alone.

Event Link

• Registration: For more information and to register, please visit the event page.