Rapscallion Runs

08/12/2025

🐾 Did you know dogs are welcome at our Running Out of Summer 5K? They start at the back of the pack and can run or walk right alongside you! 🐶💨
No pressure, no pace requirements—this event is all about community, not competition. Whether you're in it for the jog, the stroll, or just supporting local charitable initiatives, you're in the right place. Let’s do this! 🏃‍♀️🚶‍♂️🐕

08/12/2025

☀️ The countdown is on for Running Out of Summer 5K!
This year’s event benefits the Rapscallion HOPS Foundation as our primary charity partner, with a portion of proceeds supporting Second Chance Animal Services and The Spencer Park and Rec Department 💛
👟 Walkers, runners, strollers, and dogs are ALL welcome!
Your registration includes:
👕 Race T-shirt
🍺 Drink token
🎶 Great music
🎟️ Raffles
🐶 Plus—Second Chance’s mobile adoption van will be on-site! Come meet some adoptable furry friends!

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors for helping make this happen 🙌

📣 Registration is still open—join us as we run out summer the Rapscallion way! Link in bio.

07/30/2025

Registration is STILL OPEN! 🏃‍♂️☀️🍻
Join us for Year 8 of the Running Out of Summer 5K — a Rapscallion charity tradition you don’t want to miss! 💛

This community run supports local charitable initiatives driven by the Rapscallion HOPS Foundation. After the race, hang back at O’Gara Park for the after party—complete with Rapscallion beer, delicious bites, and the Second Chances Mobile Adoption Van!

Come run, raise a pint, and support local causes. 🍺🏃‍♀️🐾
Tell your friends and register today!

03/03/2025

GET EXCITED! Running Out Of Summer 5K is BACK for its 8th year and registration is OPEN! Now through 4/30, get $5 off registration with code EARLYBIRD.

ROOS5K
August 23 at 10am
O'Gara Park, Spencer

http://getmeregistered.com/RunningOutOfSummer5K

08/23/2024

RACE DAY and PACKET PICKUP INFO!

All registered runners have been sent two emails with this info - please check your junk folder! If you don't have them, the info is below. And of course, reach out with any questions! YES, we will have same day registration starting at 8am! You can also register tonight at Spencer Brewery 4-7pm.

We are excited to see you at O'Gara Park this Saturday, August 24 for the Running Out Of Summer 5K. Please review the important information below and reach out with any questions. See you Saturday!

Bib Pick Up:
You may pick up your race packets at the following places and times:
Friday, August 23: 4pm-7pm at Rapscallion Brewery, 8 Meadow Road, Spencer
Saturday, August 24: 8am-9:45am at O'Gara Park, 99 Valley Street, Spencer

Parking:
There is plenty of parking right at O'Gara Park. Volunteers will be assisting with parking. Please follow their directions to create a smooth morning for all involved.

Drink Tickets:
Each runner will receive one Rapscallion drink ticket that can be redeemed either at bib pickup at the Brewery or after the race for one Raps beer or spiked seltzer. We will be checking IDs so please bring yours! You may also keep your ticket for use by 12/31/24.

Raffles:
If you want to participate in the raffle, please bring cash to buy your raffle tickets. The raffle will be drawn at 11:45am and you must be present to win.

Awards:
Overall and Age Group Winners will be announced at 11:15am.

Other Info:
Dogs, strollers, walkers, children, and running chairs are welcome. Sorry, NO bikes! There will be water and bananas/granola bars after the race. There will also be Raps beer/seltzer available for using your drink ticket or for purchase, cash or credit.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

Cheers!
Heidi and the ROOS 5K volunteers

05/22/2022

Just a reminder that registration and race start is BEHIND Donelan’s - just pull around back and you’ll see us. We are taking same day registrations! 😊

03/08/2022

Hello, friends of ROOS5K! 📣 We have some EXCITING news! We are now rebranded as Rapscallion Runs because we have added our inaugural Running INTO Summer 5K the weekend before Memorial Day in Acton, MA along with our 5th annual Running Out Of Summer 5K the weekend before Labor Day in Brimfield, MA, both hosted by Rapscallion. Sign up for both races and save $10. Check it out!

About This Event The inaugural Insulet Running Into Summer 5K, held in partnership with Rapscallion Table & Tap, is