Leonide J. Lemire Road Race 4.9 Mile Run
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About the race
The Annual Leonide J. Lemire Road Race 4.9 Mile Run is held in Southbridge, Massachusetts, starting and finishing at the Tri-Community Family Branch YMCA. This long-running 4.9-mile road race winds through Southbridge past monuments and memorials honoring local veterans, offering a scenic, patriotic atmosphere on Independence Day weekend.
The event features multiple participation options—from 4.9M individuals and seniors to military, wheelchair, solo chair, and duo team chair—plus a Virtual Run. Proceeds support the Southbridge YMCA, continuing a tradition honoring Leonide J. Lemire, a Pearl Harbor casualty.
The course includes two water stations and post-race refreshments; prizes are awarded. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.