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Jul

27

2024

Newington, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race". The annual Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race raises funds to support the Children's Dyslexia Centers of Connecticut. These centers offer one-on-one tutorial sessions to children valued at $5000/child and also offer teacher training programs valued at $10,000/tutor. The main campus is located in Waterbury with satellite offices in Bridgeport and Hartford. All proceeds are distributed to the Children's Dyslexia Centers of Connecticut. The 2024 race will be the 20th anniversary of our efforts. In 2023 this race generated just over $30,000 thanks to all the runners, donors, and sponsors and we hope to do better this year thanks to your generosity.Race timing: Trident RFID racing system, Payne's Corner Timing. Free T-Shirts for the first 200 registrants. All participants can hydrate and replenish for free from an assortment of baked pastries, fruits, gatorade, and water. Trophies - Age Division: 1st and 2nd place for Male and Female; Ages 9-13 Ages 14-19 Ages 20-29 Ages 30-39 Ages 40-49 Ages 50-59 Ages 60-69 Ages 70-79 Ages 80+; Overall Race Winner: 1st place Male and 1st place Female. Course: A two loop course that starts and ends in front of the Scottish Rite Building at 207 Deming Street. Race course is a full gamut of ups and downs with moderate hills on a scenic route with plenty of water stations and volunteers. Loop 1: Start on Deming in front of Scottish Rite Building. Turn left at southern entrance to Candlewyck. Turn Right at Cambridge. Right on Lexington - loop around grass island. Right back on Cambridge. Right on Culver. Right Deming. Right on Candlewyck to start Loop 2. Loop 2: Follow Candlewyck to right on Stage Coach. Right onto Little Brook. Right on Culver. Right on Deming. Left into Scottish Rite Parking Lot to Finish. Parking is only available at Lay-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries 3050 Berlin Turnpike, Newington. Enter by way of the Sphinx Shriners. (Follow signs to event, parking is at your own risk). www.valleyofhartford.org/5k-road-race-walk

Aug

11

2024

Torrington, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Torrington Road Race". Celebrating 51 years, our 5 Mile Race is one of Connecticut's oldest running events. The event is preceded by a 1 mile fun run. Novice to extreme competitor, we do our best to make this race enjoyable. Run with us and have a great time! Proceeds benefit the Torrington Trails Network (a series of jogging, walking, biking paths) and other charities. Free tee shirts to the first 100 entrants. Race starts and finishes in Coe Park (South Main Street) Torrington, CT. 5 Mile, 10am, 1 Mile Fun Run 9:30am, Entry Fees: 5 Mile: $25 pre-registration, $40 after 7/31/24, 18 & Under $5.00. Fun run free, registration required. www.torringtonrace.com

Aug

11

2024

East Lyme, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Niantic Bay Triathlon". An exciting, sprint distance race through scenic shoreline communities of Niantic and East Lyme, the Niantic Bay Triathlon is a great race for beginner or experienced triathletes. Swim a 1/2 mile in the calm of Niantic Bay without waves or strong currents. Bike an 11.4 mile loop through the charming community of East Lyme with picturesque views and long straightaways along rolling, shaded roads. Run 3.2 miles along the oceanfront lined with cheering spectators before a spectacular beach finish. Team Relay registration for 2 or 3 members is an option to enjoy the tri experience with the help of some friends. Additionally, an Aquabike registration is also available for those that do not want to or cannot participate in the run. http://go.evvnt.com/2185812-2?pid=6562

Aug

18

2024

Wethersfield, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Old Wethersfield 5K And 10K". Run the single-loop 5K or double-loop 10K through historic, quaint streets with a finish in scenic Wethersfield Cove on an unpaved trail along the water. This end of summer running tradition also welcomes walkers in the 5K. Each race participant will earn a short sleeve technical shirt. After the race, enjoy grab and go snacks and fresh fruit in the cove. New in 2024: Enjoy miles along the water of three Connecticut running destinations in the River Run challenge. Start on May 5 with the Burlington to Collinsville Classic 10K along the Farmington River, then the Riverfront 5K on June 27 along the Connecticut River in Hartford; and finish the challenge with either distance in Old Wethersfield by the Cove to earn the special River Run challenge commemorative finisher medal. Give Back: Please help give back to the community. Donate nonperishable food in the HMF Can tent at Packet Pickup to support local schools through the Stop and Shop School Food Pantry Program. Run to support Connecticut Children's Alliance in their mission to avail comprehensive statewide services to all child abuse victims and their families through collaboration, systemic change, public awareness, prevention, education, training, and advocacy. http://go.evvnt.com/2185969-2?pid=6562

Sep

14

2024

Hartford, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Night Nation Run - Hartford". The Night Nation Run is the world's first Running Music Festival! An ultimate blend of a Music Festival and a Fun Run. Experience a music-filled course with live DJs, Bubble Zones, Light Shows, Neon and Black Lights! Cross the finish line into an Epic Main Stage After Party featuring top headliner DJs! To date, over 1.5 million people across the world have become a member of the Night Nation! The Night Nation Run is proud to support Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) as their official charity. Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) is a groundbreaking initiative created to accelerate innovative cancer research that will get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives now. Celebrate life. Celebrate friends and family. Celebrate music. Run with the Night Nation! REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Night Nation T-shirt (Premium and VIP), Race Bib, Glow Necklace, Free Giveaways, Admission into the Night Nation after party, The best night of your life! Use coupon code SHINE to save on tickets! http://go.evvnt.com/2342797-0?pid=6562

Oct

05

2024

Cornwall, Connecticut (United States of America) - "IronHike Endurance Series (Fall) - Mohawk Mountain". We Bring the Highest Mountains to You! We rent a mountain for 4 days to bring you IronHike... The IronHike Endurance Series at Mohawk Mountain is a single or multi-day event that is part hike, part trail run, part group camping trip, part one-of-the-hardest-damn-things-you ve-ever-done, and full-on badass mountain footslog. Here's What You Get (Included in your Registration): Exclusive single-day or multi-day Event entry for you, your team, and your spectators. One bad-ass, course for day and night trekking. Tenting for each night you are on the Mountain (you bring your tent). Base area pop-up space (set up your staging pop-up). One meal is provided per event day per Mountain Athlete on the Mountain. Summit Support Station with shade, hydration, snacks, and an area for any summit items you want to access on each lap. Event-specific, training guide and tips. Exclusively published for IronHike by warrior-athlete US military veteran medical professionals. Customized and Personalized Event Bib. Lap-tracking coins. Bib belt. Finishers' medal and year clasp. Finisher's Orange Hat with Event-specific logo. Exclusive community access via periodic live Mountain Athlete round-table meetings. Ski-patrol medical support. Free parking, Spectator area, and Restrooms. A new tribe, Bragging rights, Proof. You versus you and the Mountain... The IronHike Endurance Series is part of a new classification of events that combines physical, mental, and spiritual gumption. These are NOT races. No Podium, no age group awards, and no records to break. These challenges will change your life! Extraordinary events for a broad range of fitness and skill levels, from ordinary people to seasoned and elite Mountain Athletes reaching beyond their comfort zones! Invest in yourself... Change your story. Do something hard, either for the first time ever or again! This is about you and the mettle in your own heart. It is about your journey toward becoming the best version of yourself. Each summit takes you closer to overcoming the super-hard and provides you the opportunity to let this epic experience change you for the better. What you'll do... Hike it, run it, alone or together, or in our unique FlexRelay format with your trail buddy or your team of 4. Rest when you need to. You will summit and descend the same mountain until reaching the equivalent elevation of the namesake mountain of your event. This is your extreme mountain long haul to manage and conquer! Five simultaneous events... 12-hour 15-miler, 24-hour 30-miler, 48-hour 43-miler, 72-hour 62-miler Everesting Trek and the holy grail of Beyond-Everesting-Challenges, our 84-hour, 72,000 feet of elevation gain and loss Challenge, named Olympus Mons after the highest mountain in the solar system on Mars! www.ironhike.com

Oct

13

2024

Newtown, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Race For Catherine 5K for Kindness". Join us in person on October 13th for a family friendly certified and timed run/walk unlike any other. Cuddle with the adoptable animals, meet the rescued animal ambassadors waiting for you at the finish and indulge with a free breakfast post race on us! And don't forget about our NEW Kids For Kindness Dash for our littlest do-gooders aged 3-9. Not local? Not a problem! Virtual friends can join in any time, any place from October 11-13th. Join our worldwide community of walkers and runners by creating a team, exercising with your favorite four-legged friend or just taking some time to build a healthier YOU. And with the RTRT app, family and friends can follow, join, or complete from afar. www.runsignup.com/Race/Info/CT/Newtown/RaceforCatherine

Oct

19

2024

Hartford, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Eversource Hartford Marathon, Half Marathon, Team 26.2 Relay and Charity 5K". Set your calendar for the third Saturday of October (in observance of the Jewish high holiday) and get ready to achieve greatness! Be inspired with the glorious start in front of the majestic Capitol and the iconic finish line under the Arch at the Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon. The beloved New England road race tradition continues to deliver a top-notch experience with the highest level of safety and security for race participants, volunteers, spectators and the community. Both marathon and half marathon courses will venture into the welcoming neighborhoods of West Hartford, full of cheering race spectators, with a short pass through beautiful Elizabeth Park. Marathoners veer off from half marathon participants and head over the Founders Bridge. Then, 26.2 mile runners will travel along the East Hartford side of the river before hitting the rural and scenic town roads of South Windsor, where the course highlights its quintessential New England charm. Journey back to Hartford to finish just past the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Bushnell Park and celebrate with food and music in the park and beer garden festivities. The 13.1 mile course will run with the marathon to West Hartford and split back in Hartford, about 8 miles in, before half marathoners enjoy a run along the river. The downtown Hartford finish delivers that joyous and memorable moment crossing under the Arch, along brilliantly colored mums lining the path. The Charity 5K will run through downtown Hartford. Expect a fast race for competitive runners that also welcomes casual runners and walkers to accomplish goals by finishing under the arch. Those looking for a fun way to get in on the action together with others can enjoy the Team 26.2 Relay with options for 2-5 team members to run in legs along the marathon course. A memorable experience awaits, with meaningful swag, well-supported courses, thorough medical and security services and a great celebration in store. http://go.evvnt.com/2163736-2?pid=6562

Nov

03

2024

Stonington, Connecticut (United States of America) - "Stonington Vineyards Wine Run Turkey Trot 5k". Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? This race is for you! Join us on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 10:00am for an exciting "Thanksgiving themed" event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Stonington Vineyards! Stonington Vineyards, a founding member of the Connecticut Wine Trail, is best known for its barrel fermented Chardonnay and its proprietary blends Seaport White and Triad Rose. So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com. Registration Includes: T-shirt: Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included! Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable! Finisher Medal: Doubles as a Wine Coaster! Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk Results Posted Online ...and of course, a pour of wine! www.winerun5k.com

Dec

08

2024

West Hartford, Connecticut (United States of America) - "CLA Blue Back Mitten Run 5K". This festive family 5K tradition welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to celebrate the season as a community in the CLA Blue Back Mitten Run. The 3.1-mile road race winds through West Hartford's decorated neighborhoods and past festive shop windows. 5K participants earn a holiday inspired mittens and enjoy delicious holiday cookies post-race in Blue Back Square. Register early (by October 13) and receive a personalized race bib with your name! Bring the kids to participate in the HMF FitKids run - a ½ mile or one mile dash to Blue Back Square. Give Back: In the spirit of holiday season giving, collections will be taken for NEW winter hats, gloves, and mittens to benefit neighbors in need. Donations of cash/checks will also be taken to support the Town That Cares Fund. http://go.evvnt.com/2191969-2?pid=6562