Hill Thrill 5k or 10 Mile Road Race (Michelle Benedetti Scholarship Fund) 2027

The Hill Thrill Road Race is an annual event in Haverhill, Massachusetts, offering two distances: a 5K for runners and walkers, and a 10-mile road race for those seeking a longer training effort. The race begins at 10 a.m., with same-day registration closing at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Michelle Benedetti Memorial Scholarship Fund, which provides four annual scholarships for Haverhill High School students. The race name reflects a local sentiment: in "HaverHILL" style, the 5K accommodates all from casual runners to dedicated walkers, and the 10-miler serves as a suitable tempo run for marathon preparation. Michelle Benedetti dedicated over twenty years to social services, focusing on advocating for children in Haverhill and surrounding communities. She was also a runner who participated in races with her family and friends. The event attracts several hundred participants, provides participants with shirts and Ashworth Awards medallions, awards prizes in various age groups, and concludes with raffles, giveaways, and an afterparty at Maria’s Restaurant on Essex Street.