Connecticut Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Run

Join us for the 2026 Meriden Memorial Mile!

A one-mile walk/run event to coincide with Meriden’s Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25th. We expect a terrific mix of participants, including children and their families, serious runners and those who simply want to enjoy a neighborhood walk to celebrate our Veterans!

Proceeds benefit our local Veterans and help connect our community with future running & fitness events!

Event Schedule

• Race Day Check-In Begins: 8am

• Race Begins: 9am

Awards

• Trophies for the top three Males and Females

• Medals for first male and female in following categories:

• 15 and under

• 16-19

• 20-29

• 30-39

• 40-49

• 50-59

• 60-69

• 70+

Registration Fees

• Before May 11th - $20 (16 years and under $10)

• May 12th - May 24th - $25 (16 years and under $10)

• Race Day Registration - $30

• Veterans & Active Military Members - FREE!

ARC RUN 2026

Please join us for our largest fundraiser of the year to support our mission and community impact! The Arc Run 2026 includes two on-site races on September 19, 2026, as well as a virtual race spanning August 19 - September 19.

The on-site 5K and 10K races utilize our USATF-certified course beginning and ending at 200 Research Parkway, Meriden, CT. For us, our course passes through portions of Meriden and Wallingford to emphasize our deep roots and decades of service to both communities. For you, our course allows your race to be a marathon-qualifying time (stay tuned for details)!

Want to support the Arc Run but don't want to actually run? Consider becoming a sponsor or simply a sideline cheerleader! There are plenty of ways to show up and be part of our community. Contact us for more information.

RACE DAY EVENTS

8:00 AM | Check-In

9:00 AM | Opening Ceremonies

9:15 AM | Race Begins

10:15 AM | Award Ceremonies

Cash prizes are available for the top-performing male and female runners. All runners will be automatically entered into our prize raffle upon registration. Both cash prizes and raffle prizes will be announced during the award ceremonies. Runners do not need to be present to win.

This year, the Arc Run will also be hosting a vendor fair from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM! To become a vendor, hit the "Become a Sponsor" at the top of the page and select the "Vendor Booth" option.

Portland Come on Over 5K Race Information - Online Registration only

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025, Rain or Shine

Start Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Portland Riverfront Park, 284 Brownstone Avenue, Portland, CT 06480

Awards: Medals will awarded to top 3 finishers in each age category for the in-person 5K

Register Online: Race Sign Up

https://portland.recdesk.com

In office or mail in to PO Box 71, Portland CT 06480

Bib #s and Timing: Race day 8:45-9:45 AM

Proceeds: Race proceeds benefit Portland Parks & Recreation Programs and Camp Scholarship Opportunities!

Inclement Weather: Portland Parks & Recreation Hotline- 860-262-7234

T-Shirts: Must register by September 1, 2025 to qualify for a free t-shirt.

Divisions for 5K :

12 and under,13 to 15,16 to 18,19 to 29

30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 64, 65 to 69, 70 and older

Online Registration only