Worcester Cinco (5)K (Race 3 Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown)

Introducing the Worcester Cinco K!

It’s no secret that Cinco de Mayo is one of the most fun holidays on the calendar – come celebrate it with us at the Inaugural Worcester Cinco (5)K! This festive run/walk will bring the party to the streets of Downtown Worcester on Sunday, May 4th, 2025.

And don’t forget the Kids! The Worcester Cinco K event will also include a Kids race open to children 10 and under. Parents are welcome to run with their children.

After the race, it’s time to PARTY! Join us for great drinks, raffle prizes, and more! Location to be announced.

CHARITABLE PARTNERS 

We are proud to support El Buen Samaritano and Planting the Seed Foundation. Participants may choose to donate to either or both organizations during the registration process. 

About ( EBS ) El Buen Samaritano Worcester, MA

Established in 1991, El Buen Samaritano (EBS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been proudly serving the Worcester community for over 30 years. As a trusted community resource hub, we provide essential services to over 5,000 people every month, offering food, clothing, disaster relief, senior programs, youth and mentoring programs, summer meal programs, vaccines, job opportunities, SNAP assistance, and other vital community resources.

Visit ebsamaritano.org to learn more about our mission and how you can get involved.

Help us support over 5,000 people every month by donating the follow items on race day. Donations can be dropped off at the EBS Table near registration. 

• Non-Perishable Foods
• Blankets & Warm Socks
• Hygiene Items (toothpaste, soap, deodorant, etc.)
• School Supplies & Backpacks
• Grocery Gift Cards (Walmart, Target, Market Basket, and other local stores)
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About Planting the Seed Foundation 

Planting the Seed Foundation have been helping and improving the lives of families in Worcester and Central Massachusetts need since 1972. With the help of the Worcester Fire Police, and EMS departments, MA State Troopers, Worcester Fitness, and countless other organizations and individuals, the toy drive has helped families from all around Worcester share in the holiday spirit. Planting the Seed Foundation became a 501(c)3 charitable organization in 2007.

UPGRADE TO THE GREENDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY WORCESTER TRIPLE CROWN

Looking for an extra challenge? Join us for the Inaugural Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, a 3-Race 5K series that celebrates some of the most fun holidays of the year, including the Worcester Jingle 5K on December 1st, 2024, the Guinness Celtic 5K on March 16th, 2025, and concluding with the Worcester Cinco (5)K on Sunday, May 4th!

Participants in the full Triple Crown will score a commemorative pint glass at EACH of the three races, as well as a Finisher’s Medal at the finish line of the Worcester Cinco K.

To register for the Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, simply select the 3-Race bundle on any of the race registration sites!

WORCESTER CINCO K RACE INFO

Date: Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Time: 9:30am Kids Run // 10am 5K Run/Walk

Location: 446 Main Street, Worcester MA.

EVENTS

Kids Dash Run
Approximately 1/2 mile for ages 12 and under.
Parents may run with their children.
9:30 am Start Time.

5K Run/Walk
3.1 Miles. As always, walkers are welcome.
Please Note: No pets allowed and strolled must start in the back for safety reasons.
10am Start Time.

AWARDS

Individual Awards
Top 3 Overall

Winners (Under 19)
Winners (age 20-29)
Winners (age 30-39)
Winners (age 40-49)
Winners (age 50-59)
Winners (age 60-69)
Winners (age 70+)

Individual awards are scored on gun time.

Top 3 Boys/Girls in Kids race.

Team Award
Prize will be awarded to the top overall team.
Top 3 score based on chip time. No limit on Team size. Online entry for Teams only.

POST-RACE PARTY

Location to be announced!

ENTRY FEES

Worcester Cinco (5)K

$32 to 12/31/2024
$34 1/1/2025 to 3/31/2025
$36 4/1/2025 to 5/3/2025
$40 Race Weekend Walk Up Registration
*Online registration closes at 7p.m. on 5/3/2025
** T-Shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations.

Kids Elves Run.

Ages 10 and under. Distance approximately 50m for ages 1-5 and 1/2 mile for ages 6-10. Parents may run with their children.
$17 to 12/31/2024
$18 1/1/2025 to 3/31/2025
$19 4/1/2025 to 5/3/2025
$20 Race weekend walk up registration

Sorry no refunds and no pets allowed.

PACKET PICKUP & ON-SITE REGISTRATION

Pre-Race Packet Pickup

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
11am – 5pm
Sneakerama, 12 Lake Drive, Worcester, MA

Race Day Packet Pickup

Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Outside City Hall, Worcester
8:30am – 10am

Walk up registrations will be accepted on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Please Note: Race t-shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations on race day.