Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K

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26

2026

The Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K in Orwell, Vermont, weaves local history into its race day. A conch shell start and historical theme honor the town's past. A children's dash and community support add to the event's appeal.

Sat 26 Sep 2026

Orwell, Vermont

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Silver Heist Walk/Run 5K & Little Bandits Bolt takes place in Orwell, Vermont. The event includes two separate activities: a 5 km walk/run and a children's race called the Little Bandits Bolt.

Venue and Theme

The event is inspired by local history. The 5 km run starts with the blast of a conch shell, a tribute to an early settler's tradition. The race theme references a historical 1862 silver heist in Orwell.

Awards and Participants

Awards are given for the overall male, female, young male, and young female winners, as well as for age division winners. All in-person participants receive a custom event t-shirt and a wooden token.

Supporting Organizations

The event supports the Orwell Village School Booster Club and the Orwell Historical Museum. It is endorsed by NE65Plus.org. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

Silver Heist Walk/run 5k

Little Bandits Bolt