Monson Memorial Classic Half Marathon

NOV
8
2026
This memorial road race honors two sisters lost to cancer, with proceeds supporting Griffin's Friends charity. Choose between a USATF-certified half marathon with prize money and finisher medals, or a 5K. Both feature chip timing, a post-race party, and commemorative shirts for early registrants.
Sun 8 Nov 2026

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Monson Memorial Classic Half Marathon & 5K

The event includes a half marathon and a 5K race. It is a road race that began in 1996. The race is held in memory of two sisters, Kelly Waldron and Kathy Waldron Perry, who died eight months apart from cancer. Proceeds from past events have been donated to several cancer-related charities. Proceeds from the upcoming event will benefit Griffin's Friends, a nonprofit founded in 1994 that supports children with cancer and their families.

On race day, participants are encouraged to bring canned goods for donation to Open Pantry; a collection area will be available.

Runner amenities include:

  • Chip timing.
  • A post-race party with live music and food.
  • Prize money for the half marathon.
  • Long sleeve tech shirts for the first 200 half marathon registrants by October 20.
  • Finisher medals for all half marathon finishers.
  • T-shirts for the first 100 5K registrants by October 20.
  • The half marathon course is USATF-certified (MA15024JK).

The half marathon awards prize money for overall and age group placements. The event location is 177 Main Street in Monson, Massachusetts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Monson Memorial Classic Half Marathon
Monson Memorial Classic 5k