The Fall Festival 5K returns to the charming town of Plymouth, Massachusetts on October 18, 2026. The race commences at 9:30 AM from Plimoth Plantation, offering participants a delightful morning run through scenic trails amidst historical landmarks. Runners and walkers will enjoy picturesque views as they traverse iconic sites such as Plimoth Rock and Mayflower II. This event marks the second year of the Fall Festival 5K, which welcomed over 300 runners in its inaugural edition last October. The race continues to support local businesses by providing freshly baked cider donuts at the finish line for all participants. For adults aged 21 or older (ID required), Vitamin Sea Brewing will serve refreshing beverages; non-alcoholic options are also available. Temperatures during the race will range between 9.4°C and 17.5°C, with low humidity around 75.5%, ensuring comfortable conditions despite some light precipitation expected. The course features a varied terrain with firm and slightly soft paths set against an average wind speed of 12.4 km/h on race day. Minimal elevation changes make the route suitable for runners of all fitness levels, while several aid stations ensure hydration points throughout the course. For younger participants, a Kids Munchkin' Run is also available, starting at 9:15 AM and covering approximately one-quarter of the distance. The event caters to runners aged six and above with an age requirement for the main race. Registration can be completed online via https://raceroster.com/events/2026/112039/plimoths-cider-donut-5k, with fees set at $34.09 per adult and $10.55 for children in the Kids Munchkin' Run. The registration deadline is 7 days before race day at midnight. Participants are encouraged to arrive early from 8:30 AM onwards on October 18 to collect their bib numbers, which will be located at Plimoth Plantation, situated at 636 Crapo Road, Plymouth, MA 02360. The event promises a celebration of exercise and community spirit in the crisp autumn air. Runners can look forward to scenic views of Plymouth's historic landmarks and the satisfaction of their well-deserved treats upon crossing the finish line.
Races Offered
1/4 Mile Kids Munchkin' Run
Oct 18, 2026
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6.4K
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09:30
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$10.55
5k
Oct 18, 2026
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5K
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09:30
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$34.09
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Plymouth.
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9.4° / 17.5°
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6.4° / 15.0°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 30m
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Avg rainfall
2.6 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
12.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
75.5%
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Sunrise
06:56
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Sunset
18:00
About Plymouth
Learn more about the host city, Plymouth.
Plymouth is on the South Shore of Massachusetts. Known as "America's Hometown," Plymouth is most famous for being the final landing place of the Pilgrims who arrived on board the Mayflower in 1620, after storms lead them away from their desired settlement, the Hudson River. The settlement they established, Plimoth Colony, was one of the earliest successful settlements of Europeans in North America.