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FIR 5K

FIR 5K

Sunday • September 21, 2025

*ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN*

Race Start Time:

  • 9:00 AM
Registration Fees:
  • $30
  • FREE for Berkshire County Students K-12 (Ages 0 to 18)
  • There is an online processing fee. NO REFUNDS/DEFERMENTS

Race Perks:

  • Technical race shirt to all runners (sizes not guaranteed)
  • Post race refreshments and awards. Enjoy Bartlett’s cider donuts and apple cider!
  • Benefits the FIR Program

More Race Info

Race Course

Race route is out and back course on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail. Start and finish is at the Crane Ave trail head.

Bib Pick Up

Berkshire Running Center
Located in Allendale Underground Shopping Center
5 Cheshire Rd Suite 119
Pittsfield, MA 01201

  • Sunday, September 21 from 8:00 am-8:45 am
    Please use Crane Ave Entrance

Prizes | Awards

  • Prizes will be awarded for overall top 3 male and female in each race, and for top finishers in each age category  (0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)

Awards Ceremony

  • The awards ceremony will take place at 10:00 AM.

Directions | Parking

The FIR 5K starts and finishes at the end of the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, 850 Crane Ave, Pittsfield, MA. Parking is available at the Allendale Shopping Center, located 500 yards from the start/finish.

PLEASE PARK IN DESIGNATED AREA ONLY. THERE IS FREE AND AMPLE PARKING AT THE ALLENDALE SHOPPING CENTER A FEW HUNDRED YARDS FROM START.

Runners & Spectators Please Note

No Dogs or Pets
Due to safety concerns, no dogs or pets are allowed in the race.

  • Headphone are potentially hazardous as you are limiting your ability to be aware of what is around you, course marshals, bikes, pedestrians and other traffic. For reasons stated we discourage the wearing of headphones.
  • Wheelchairs and other disabled push strollers are welcomed. To help accommodate your needs, please contact us and let us know you are coming and we can help with any accommodations you require.

Spectators

  • SPECATATORS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE AND ENTER THE CHUTE TO FOLLOW YOUR RUNNER

Toilets & Water Stops

  • There will be porta-potties at the start/finish.
  • There will be water stops at miles 1 and 2, as well as the finish.

The Fine Print

Refunds
No refunds under any circumstances, including event cancellation or postponement.

Events are planned and paid for months in advance of the actual date. IF our event is canceled or postponed because of weather, pandemics, or other forces beyond our control, we won’t be able to provide refunds. In these rare situations, we’ll convert the race to a virtual one and mail you your full race goodie bag.

Due to regulations changes may be made to the course or race details for the safety of our participants and staff. Any changes will be communicated prior to the event via email, on our social media platforms, and on our website.

DESCRIPTION

The Fitness In Recovery (FIR) program is the next extension of Berkshire Running Foundation’s ongoing work. Working with the local hospital, rehabilitation center and local community centers, Berkshire Running Foundation will be offering a health and fitness program for those in recovery, as well as for their supporters and families.

Spectrum Health staff and clients are working with us in creating a program that offers a free, safe, sober and supportive environment for anyone who would like to introduce fitness into their lives. The Fitness In Recovery model is a proven benefit in helping individuals deal with the issues surrounding any type of recovery; whether it be from substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, food issues, or being a caregiver to someone in recovery.

Using the proven Lemme Run Program, participants will be led thru a six-week program with the goal of completing the FIR 5K run on September 24. Each participant will have an experienced coach to help guide them throughout their training. After completing the program, clients are encouraged to stay on and train to become a coach themselves. The FIR program structure is a proven and successful template that has been developed around the world. Implementing exercise, in addition to a recovery program, has a profound impact on each participant in physical improvement, social engagement and the success of their recovery.

For businesses interested in being a part of this event, or for any questions, please contact Shiobbean Lemme.