Thankful 5K - Pittsfield
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Thankful 5K - Pittsfield
The Thankful 5K is an annual Thanksgiving morning road run held in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, that raises funds and collects food for local food pantries. The event is scheduled for Thursday, November 26, 2026, and benefits the Pittsfield Community Food Pantry and the Fuel Assistance Fund. Organizers report that local pantries serve over 800 families weekly.
The course begins at the end of West Street and follows a loop through the Berkshire Community College campus, continues along West Street and Meadowridge to the Woodland Drive cul-de-sac, and returns to finish in the Paterson parking lot. Porta-potties will be available at the start and finish. Water stations are provided at miles 1 and 2, and water and snacks are available at the finish.
Registration uses tiered fees, with reduced early prices and a higher fee for day of race; Berkshire County K–12 students may register without a fee. The first 600 registered participants receive Thankful hats. Participants are asked to bring nonperishable food donations to the Berkshire Running Center on or before November 26 or bring donations at bib pickup.
Prizes are awarded to the top three male and female finishers. A raffle is held after the race and winners do not need to be present. There are no refunds under any circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
