52nd Annual Walpole Labor Day Road Race

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Online Registration is CLOSED. See the Race Day Info tab for in-person options.

For over 50 years, the Walpole Road Race has given local athletes the opportunity to challenge themselves and participate in a wonderful community tradition. The race is the largest fundraiser to support Walpole High School Cross Country / Track & Field programs. By participating in this event you are supporting 200+ Walpole High School Cross Country/Track & Field athletes across 6 seasons as they prepare for upcoming competition. We thank you for your generosity and continued support of the programs!

The Walpole Road Race starts and finishes at Walpole High School and includes:

• Event Options: 5K run/walk, 10k run, 1 mile kids run, and virtual 5k/10k events that give everyone a chance to participate.
• Event Switch: If you need to switch events, just let us know at info@walpoleroadrace.org.

💵 Entry Fees

Sign up at Walpole Day on Saturday, May 10 for an additional $5 discount.

• Pre-Registration Fee: $35
• Regular Registration Fee: $40
• Ages 13 and younger/65 and older: $20
• Youth Mile Fun-Run Fee: $20

🎽 Event Swag

• T-shirt: Participants who register before August 15 receive the coveted official Walpole Road Race T-shirt.
• Finisher's Medal: All participants will receive a finisher's medal.
• T-shirt Sales: Race T-shirts are also available for sale in our online store for $20.

🏆 Awards

(In-person events only)

• 10K Male Winner: name engraved on Herb Lewis Memorial Trophy - displayed at The Run House.
• 10K Female Winner: name engraved on John Murphy Trophy - displayed at John D. Murphy & Co.
• Top Finishers: Top three 5K/10K finishers recognized with specially engraved placement medals.
• Team Awards: Team name engraved on Team Plaque - displayed at Walpole High School.
• Ages Awards: Age group awards are not being issued this year.

🗺️ Race Routes

• 10K USATF Certified Course
• 5K USATF Certified Course
• Youth Mile Route Map

Strollers are welcome in the 5K race, lined up at the back of the starting pack to avoid collisions.

For more information, visit the event page here.