Canal Diggers 5K

Overview

Please join us for the 20th running of The Mass General Brigham Health Plan Canal Diggers 5K and Kids Fun Run on Saturday September 12, 2026! We will once again begin and finish the race at Fiddler's Green, 19 Temple Street, Worcester.

• Pre-Race Ceremonies: Begin at 9:20 AM, followed by the Kid's Fun Run at 9:30 AM.
• 5K Start Time: The 5K will begin at 10:30 AM and end at the Hibernian Cultural Center.
• Post-Race Activities: Food, refreshments, live entertainment, and beer for those over 21.
• Virtual Option: Run a virtual 5K anytime from September 7 to September 11, 2026.

As you know, each year we strive to improve this all-volunteer, 100% charitable race, making it the premier 5K in the area. This year will be no different. All in person runners can expect the traditional post-race food, water, and, of course, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, provided by our friends at Atlas Distributing.

The first 600 registered participants, whether virtual or in person, we will receive a long sleeve shirt.

Please join us on September 12th as we celebrate 20 years!!!

Pricing

• 5k Registration: $20.00 until June 1, 2026.
• Pricing Increase: $30.00 from June 1, 2026, until August 31, 2026.
• Final Price: $35.00 from September 1 until September 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
• Packet Pickup Fees: $40.00 for on-site registration after September 9.

Packet pick up will also occur on Race Day at 19 Temple Street, Worcester until 10:15 AM.

Note: THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION! All registration will close at 6:30 PM on Friday September 11, 2026.

Youth 1K Registration: $15.00.

Undergrad Rate: $20.00 until 6:30 PM on September 11, 2026 (valid college ID required).

THERE IS NO MAIL-IN REGISTRATION.

Runner Amenities

• T-Shirts: The first 600 pre-registered runners will receive a performance t-shirt.
• Post-Race Refreshments: In-person runners can expect water, pizza, and two courtesy tickets for beer (over 21 only).
• Virtual Medals: All Virtual Runners are guaranteed a medal.

Teams

Wanna run as a team? Be our guest: you'll find the option on our registration page. Minimum of 3 members, please, & awards to the top 3! Tell yer friends...

For more information and to register, visit Canal Diggers 5K.