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Freezer 5 Mile Road Race at Houghton Elementary School

Fri, Jan 1, 11am · Houghton Elementary School, Sterling

When

Friday, January 1, 11am to 1pm

Where

Houghton Elementary School

32 Boutelle Road, Sterling, MA 01564

Cost

Registration $33.75, $39.05 after Nov 27, fees included

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The Central Mass Striders' 46th annual New Year's Day 5-mile road race, starting and finishing at Houghton Elementary School on an out-and-back course through rural Sterling. Includes a kids fun run, post-race refreshments and a fitness expo.

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Listed from runsignup.com. Details change, so confirm with the venue before you go.

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