Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation 5K Run/Walk

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

• Date: June 14, 2025
• Location: Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, Princeton, MA
• Event: 9th Annual 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Foundation's violence prevention, safety awareness & gender equality programs.
• Registration: Sign up here!

👦 Schedule

• Kids' Run: 100-Yard Dash (ages 3-10) at 9:00 AM
• 5K Run/Walk: Starts at 9:30 AM
• Virtual Participation: Starts at 9:30 AM too.
• Course: Mostly flat with one small hill: check the course map for details.

🎯 Purpose of the Race

• Fundraising: Proceeds support the Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation's safety programs.
• Mission: Aims for a world free from harassment for women.
• Advocacy: Focus on safety awareness, violence prevention, and gender equality.
• Inspiration: Vanessa Marcotte's spirit inspires their work.

🎉 Post-Race Party

• Celebration: Enjoy DJ, food, ice cream truck, beer, and more!
• Raffle: Enter to win several raffle items.
• Kids' Activities: Fun activities are planned for children.
• Community: Have fun in a great post-race atmosphere!

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

• Support Needed: Show your support by sponsoring the event.
• Details: Visit 5Ksponsor.org to sign up.

🏆 Race Awards

• Categories: Top male & female finishers overall.
• Age Groups: Awards for finishers in the following categories: Under 18, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and older.

🎁 Online Auction

• Auction Items: Will be displayed online soon.
• Raffle: Check out our raffle tables at the event with over 30 items.

❓ FAQs/RACE DAY INFO

• Bib Pickup: Opens at 8 AM on June 14th at Wachusett Mountain. For GPS: use 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton, MA.
• Race Results: Provide a cell phone number for text results or search your name online after the race.
• Virtual Experience: Join us on Instagram LIVE for start and run on your own.
• Dog Policy: Sorry, no dogs allowed unless a service dog.
• Stroller Friendly: Yes, walkers/runners are welcome with strollers.