In 12 days · Sat, Sep 19, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Where
73 Church St, Ware MA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
56–72°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
58–75°F
dry
2024
61–80°F
dry
2023
56–68°F
dry
2022
61–78°F
rain
2021
56–69°F
dry
2020
44–59°F
dry
2019
43–67°F
dry
2018
58–70°F
dry
2017
62–72°F
rain
2016
65–70°F
rain
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 19
Cloudy · 41–62°F
Saturday, Sep 19starts near 41°F · 13% chance of rain · wind up to 9 mph
About this race
Race Overview
- Event: 5K for Play
- Date: September 19, 2026
- Location: 73 Church St, Ware, MA
- Website: Register Here
Event Purpose
- Community Focus: A community event to help fund the continued care of the Joe C. Knight Memorial Playground for St.Aloysius Catholic School!
- Engagement: Join us to walk/run at our annual 5K for Play.
- Venue: Grenville Park in Ware, MA
- Support: Your participation supports the playground’s ongoing maintenance and improvement.
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