When should I sign up for an October 10K?
As early as you can. 1 of these October 10K races already have a price increase on the calendar, and 5 are open for entry right now.
Race calendar · October 2026 · Massachusetts
October 2026 10K Races in Massachusetts
Every 10K in Massachusetts in October 2026, all 5 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
5 10K races in October 2026
When in October
The October Race Weekends
10K races do not spread evenly across October. The busiest weekend is October 3 and October 4, with 2 of them.
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The October 10K races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
October 10K Races by City
Soonest 10K Races in October
5 total Sat, Oct 3, 2026WAAV Strides For Safety Wakefield, MAFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Gay Head Run for the Light 10K Aquinnah, MAFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Boston 10K for Women Boston, MAFrom $65Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Martha's Vineyard Brunch Run and Walk 5K and 10K Edgartown, MAFrom $10Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Canton Fall Classic Canton, MAFrom $15Details
Common Questions About Running an October 10K in Massachusetts
How much does an October 10K cost to enter?
The typical entry is $35, with paid entries running from $10 up to $65. Entry fees climb as race day gets closer, so the same race is usually cheapest the week it opens.
10K Races in Other Months
September and November sit either side of October, which is where most people look next when a date does not fit.