Blueberry Pie 5K, 1 Mile, Pie Eating Contest

Get ready for a sweet summer run at the annual Blueberry Pie 5K, 1 Mile, and Pie Eating Contest on June 27, 2026, in scenic Osterville, Massachusetts. This beloved community event offers distances for everyone, including a 5K, 1 Mile, and various kids' events, all while supporting the incredible mission of the Cape Cod Challenger Club, which provides free activities for the local special needs community. Typical race day conditions in late June bring pleasant highs around 75°F and lows around 61°F, with only a 14% chance of precipitation, promising ideal running weather for this festive occasion.

The race kicks off and concludes at the Cape Cod Cooperative School / Cape Cod Challenger Club, taking runners on a beautiful out-and-back course through Osterville. Runners will experience a charming route described as "rolling" with "shady, rolling hills," offering a picturesque backdrop for your effort. Two water stations are available on the course to keep you refreshed. Beyond the running, the highlight is undoubtedly the lively Blueberry Pie Eating Contest, featuring divisions for juniors, men, and women vying for trophies and bragging rights.

Winners across all running categories receive delicious blueberry pies from Centerville Pie Company, with overall 5K champions also earning a coveted "CHAMP chain." The event fosters an inclusive atmosphere, offering free 5K entry for participants aged 7 and under or 80 and over, as well as dedicated wheelchair races and kids' events, ensuring all abilities can partake in the fun. With prizes extending to every 25th finisher up to the 500th, and even free ice cream cones for kid finishers, the Blueberry Pie 5K, 1 Mile, and Pie Eating Contest is more than just a race—it's a joyful Cape Cod tradition that truly celebrates community and healthy living.