The Joyce Allen Great Turkey Escape

THE summer race with the best way to cool down, a margarita of course!

Barbara Nevins and Southwest Cafe present the 20th annual Southwest Cafe Margarita 5k to benefit Ability Beyond. The yummy margarita you know and love will be waiting for you at the post-race fiesta! Race begins at 7pm!

The Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K continues to support Ability Beyond, an organization dedicated to empowering every person, no matter their ability, to live, work and thrive as members of their community. The non-profit currently runs two residential programs in Ridgefield: Sunrise Cottage and Ritch Drive. Click on the "donation" button to find out more about Ability Beyond.

Ready, Set, RACE!

Join us for the first annual New Pond Farm Hayfield Hustle! Choose from a scenic 5 mile, 5k, or Children's Sap fun run through the hayfields and byways of New Pond Farm, all finishing with a rollicking family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration. Races benefit New Pond Farm Education center, a nonprofit dairy farm of distinction and environmental education center. We educate and inspire each generation to become stewards of the land by championing conservation and sustainable farming practices to protect and preserve our natural world.

The 5 mile race features gentle hills along rolling pastures, with waterfall views as you pass the Mark Twain Library, and finishes with a dash through our dairy barn.

The 5K begins through the picturesque farmland, includes some challenging hills along winding country roads, and finishes with a fast and easy downhill run through our dairy barn.

The Children's Sap run highlights the stream, pond, and animals of New Pond Farm, and will be untimed.

Participants are welcome at all paces, including walkers. Jogging strollers are only allowed on the 5k course.

Race registration includes entry into our family friendly Oktoberfest, which includes live music, a scavenger hunt throughout the 102 acres of pasture and woodlands, games, hay rides, and of course frosty beer. Food will be available for purchase.

October 18, 2026

Ridgefield Half-Marathon 7:15 AM

Ridgefield 7-Miler 7:15 AM

Iris Fund 5K 7:30 AM

These races feature classic fall New England scenery. The races are beginner-friendly, and you will run through some of the prettiest roads in Fairfield County! The race starts on East Ridge Road, just above The Boys and Girls Club of Ridgefield, with a few gradual climbs to keep you honest. It then settles into a nice rolling course that winds through southern Ridgefield for two loops that showcase some of the flattest miles in the town. With a fast downhill into downtown Ridgefield and back to the Boys and Girls Club, where you're sure to finish strong and smiling!

This race’s primary benefactor is the Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield. The Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield is a national award-winning youth activity center designed to offer programs for school-aged children after school and during vacations in five core areas: The Arts, Character & Leadership, Education, Health & Life Skills, and Sports, Fitness & Recreation.

The 5K proudly supports The Iris Fund, founded in loving memory of Iris Crystal Aleman. Dedicated to ending the heartbreak of prematurity, the Fund fuels research into the triggers of labor and supports families facing high-risk pregnancies and loss.

Everyone who donates $10 or more to the Boys & Girls Club through the registration platform (RunSignUp) will be entered into a raffle for some great prizes! Donating $25 will get you two entries. We will be raffling off items to be announced at a later time.

The Weston Kiwanis Club and The Weston Kiwanis Club Foundation, Inc. are honored to host

the Fourteenth year of the Reservoir Run Half Marathon, 5K, Kids Fun Runs & Family Stroll

We encourage you to join us for the Kiwanian's premier event. The Weston Community, Police, Town, and Schools join together every year to bring you one of the finest running events in CT. We welcome all abilities and participants.

OUR 2026 RACE PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THREE GREAT CHARITIES:

The CHILD & FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER

The RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE

WESTON EMS

The WESTON HS Sports Boosters

EVERY REGISTERED PARTICIPANT WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR A TERRIFIC GIVEAWAY-

OUR PREMIER SPONSOR JETBLUE WILL BE GIVING AWAY TWO TICKETS IN BOTH THE 5K

AND THE HALF MARATHON.

It doesn't matter if you are first over the finish line or last. Because every participant in the 14th annual Weston Kiwanis Reservoir Run’s half-marathon or 5K will be entered into a separate half-marathon or 5K drawing for two roundtrip JetBlue tickets to anywhere in the world JetBlue flies. This lets you choose from over 30 countries and more than 100 cities to run in, or relax on the sand.

PLEASE NOTE ALL START TIMES!!!

This was done to help our police and traffic flow on the course.

8:20 am - 5K Race start in front of Weston High School *both starts will be very well marked

8:30 am- Half Marathon start on the driveway near the football field *it will be very well marked

9:00 am- Kids Fun Runs & Family Stroll, at the High School track / football field

BIB & SWAG Pickups - NOTE NEW SCHEDULE FOR SATURDAY

Saturday, October 24 - 8:30 am to Noon- WESTON HIGH SCHOOL

Sunday, October 25 - 7 am till the races start- Weston High School

Registration Fees* CLICK reg tiles ABOVE ON THE DISTANCE EVENT YOU WANT

Dates Half Marathon 5K Run Kids Fun Run

April 1 – April 30 $45* $25** $10

May 1 – July 31 $55 $30 $10

Aug 1 – Oct 12 $65 $35 $10

Oct 13 -- Oct 26 $75 $40 $10

*absolutely the lowest fee, unmatched by almost any other HalfM in CT

**and just about the lowest 5k entry fee anywhere!

REDUCED FEES FOR 18 & UNDER

*14-18 half marathon 4/1-10/12 = $40 10/13-10/26 = $45

*18 & under 5k 4/1-10/12 = $23 10/13-10/26 = $27

These amounts do not include cc fees- see the reg. tiles above.

Our insurance regulation- you must be AT LEAST 14 years old to participate in the half marathon.

Race Courses: The 5K and Half Marathon will be the same as in the past.

BOTH COURSES START AND FINISH NEAR THE FRONT OF WESTON HIGH.

The exact locations will be clearly marked.

Starting procedures, and race finish protocols will be compliant with any COVID rules if needed.

OUR START/FINISH AREA WILL FEATURE THE AQUARION WATER TRUCK-

We do have water tables on both courses & gatorade on the half m.

HALF MARATHON COURSE MAP LINK- https://onthegomap.com/s/noa4omql

The course has terrific Autumn colors & scenery- especially along the reservoir to keep you relaxed & 'occupied'!

The Town of Weston offers challenging hills and some spectacular views. We will have at least four water tables & three portolets.

5k COURSE MAP LINK: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6945597

The 5K course has some rolling hills. It's a loop course with all right hand turns on quiet roads. We will have one water table just past half way.

The Weston Roads are not closed to traffic

Both courses are well maintained for safety. Be aware at all times.

PLEASE RUN/WALK WITHOUT EAR-devices and stay safe!

NEW! The Kids Fun Runs & Family Stroll are varying distances on the WHS track- they will be determined by the ages and numbers registered. This is the Family Friendly portion of the event. Meant for young families and young children to participate on a smaller scale. This event is designed for ALL ages.

You can walk with your small tykes, or they can run on their own, it's all good! We want you all to participate and contribute to the charity and community of Weston.

AFTER YOU CROSS THE FINISH LINE:

All Half Marathon Finishers will receive Finisher Medals.

FOOD: Bagels, Granola Bars, Muffins, Bananas of course & Donuts from Uncle Leo’s & Rosny Cafe In Georgetown, and AMRITA Health Foods Super Bars Sampling.

The Aquarion Water Truck will be ready for all your hydration needs at the finish are of the races.

RACE AWARDS will be presented ASAP after the results are recorded for the 5K- STAY NEAR THE FINISH for instant distribution!

Half Marathon awards distributed after the majority of the finishers are recorded.

PREMIER GIFT CARD AWARDS - PRESENTED BY FLEET FEET OF WESTPORT

The top three male & female OVERALL champions in the half marathon AND the 5k receive separate awards* & are removed from their age groups. *$100, $75, $50

1st, 2nd, 3rd award medals for Half Marathon age groups: 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

1st, 2nd, 3rd award medals for 5K age groups

9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

GUARANTEED SHIRT SIZE ENDS 10/9 - then 'as available' - we could run out. Don't Delay!

THERE ARE NO DOGS OF ANY KIND ALLOWED IN EITHER RACE.

THIS IS MANDATED BY OUR INSURANCE POLICY. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Group Pricing:

If you have a group of ten or more please contact our race director Marty Schaivone email- [email protected] for special requests or considerations on Group Discounts.

NonRunning Donors ONLY:

Please click on the NonRunner DONATE link to register and go to the donation pages.

Benefactors Or Sponsors (Donations $250+):

Go To https://westonkiwanis.org/reservoirrun-sponsor

or Email: [email protected]

We would appreciate everyone's help to enhance our event and donations. Any amount is welcome.

Registrants and Non-Runners can Donate at any time by clicking DONATE at the top right of this page.

YOU ARE ABLE TO ENJOY THESE EVENTS BECAUSE OF THE DEDICATION, COMMITMENT AND VOLUNTEER EFFORTS OF THE WESTON KIWANIS. Please thank all our volunteers and be generous whenever you can.

WITH APPRECIATION TO OUR GREAT SPONSORS, RUNNERS, OUR TOWN POLICE, AND THE CONSTRUCTION CREW THAT FINISHED THE BRIDGE FOR US TO RUN OVER LAST YEAR. YOU ALL MADE IT A GREAT RACE DAY!

WE WILL BE ON OUR ORIGINAL COURSE with that new bridge in mile 11. You’ll be treated to a wonderful, smooth, and awesomely scenic Valley Forge Rd along the reservoir. And yes- the challenging 12th mile...

LAST YEAR we had a RECORD number of 5K participants! Let's do it again.

NEW THIS YEAR- JUST ADDED!

Performance Mobile IV is excited to be a part of the Weston Races this year. We are an IV infusion business, run by Board certified Emergency Medicine Physicians that offer the highest quality in IV supplementation tailored towards endurance athletic performance. Specifically, our Elite Athletic Blend , which we will be offering at a discounted rate (50% off) to all race participants has the combination of amino acids, B-complex and glutathione with IV fluids containing electrolytes-- all of which contribute to optimum physiological conditions before a race. We've had dozens of PR's reported with this blend given within 24 hours of marathons and half marathons!

Please see below for 3 options for how to book for October 25th. the day before the race, at this discounted rate, and our experienced licensed nurses will come to your home to administer your infusion!

online booking : www.performancemobileiv.com

by phone 203-200-0150

email : [email protected].

We will have a tent set up on site of the race on October 26 an hour before race time so you may also reserve your IV then as well.

Good Luck to all runners!!!!

Marty Schaivone provides support for this event.

M.S. Running Productions helps to direct over 30 running events in Fairfield County. Last year they cumulatively raised over $250,000 for charities. Included on his schedule- the Trumbull Great Pumpkin Classic, the Black Rock "Run for the Rock", Milford Bank Moves for Veterans, Colony Grill Hot Oil 5K in Fairfield, the Stratford Turkey Trot, the Cow Chip Cross Country Run, and many other events in Fairfield County.

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