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Ayer Fire Department Thanksgiving Day 5K

Thu November 26, 2026
Ayer, MA 01432 US Directions
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Events

5K (3.1 miles)

Price: $33.63
incl. $3.63 Fee
($22.95: Ages 1 - 14)
Time: 8:00AM EST 9:00AM EST

1,376 spots left. Price increases after September 30, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

1 W. Main Street
Ayer, MA US 01432

Description

The Race starts at 8AM sharp. Sun, rain, or snow we run!
Race Course: Mostly flat, with several short hills. Course runs down Main Street and through residential neighborhoods. Marshals will be posted throughout the course, and a water station will be provided on the race course.

Entry Fees

Children 14 and under- $20

Adults: Early Bird Special: $30 for the month of September

Standard Pricing: $35 October 1st-November 8th

Last Minute: $40 November 9th- Thanksgiving Day!

Event Schedule

Early Check-In / Bib Pick-Up (on-site registration available) 

Ayer Fire Department, 1 W. Main St
  • Tuesday, Nov 24 = 4pm-8pm 
  • Wednesday, Nov 25 = 4pm-8pm

 

Race Day Check-in / Bib Pick Up (on-site registration available)

  • Thursday, November 26th
  • 7:00 am Check-in / bib pick up at Ayer Fire Department, 1 W. Main St
  • 7:45 am Registration closes
  • 7:50 am head out to starting line
  • 8:00 am Race start time
  • 8:30 am (approx.) Awards Ceremony

Awards

First place female & male overall winners

First place female & male first responders

Top 3 female & male finishers in the following age categories:

10-Under,  11-15,  16-19,  20-29,  30-39,  40-49,  50-59,  60-69,  70-79 & 80+

 ** no double dipping **

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