Start off one of the North Country’s most popular Italian festivals by getting in some miles. The Run for Pasta 5K at the Bravo Italiano Festival is back. This race used to be an annual event at the festival, but was put on pause in recent years. In 2021, however it will be making a comeback and lead by Kylie Schell, who runs the Healthy Kids Running Series in Carthage and the Soggy Sneaker Trail Race at the Tug Hill Land Trust.

According to Schell, the race this year, will be one like never before and will include a free mile race for all kids. Participants will receive a free t-shirt and will run prior to the 5K Run for Pasta Race. Another new feature this year for the race is its contribution to an organization Schell also directs: The Healthy Kids Running Series in Carthage.