Dan the Man 5K Run/Walk for ALS

Please join us for our 6th Annual A.W. Stanley Park 5K to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut! Each year the event has more and more runners. This year, medals will be given to the top 3 finishers in various age groups for in person participants.

The race is a scenic and enjoyable route with some rolling hills. It begins and ends at the same location! The race is contained within the park with the exception of a brief leg on the sidewalk along Stanley Street to accommodate more runners safely! A T-shirt is included with registration for in person participants, sizes from youth small all the way to adult xl. Bathrooms will be available on site.

New this year! Virtual options! Can't make the event but want to raise money for an awesome organization? Choose a virtual race and upload your results!

Come check out the awesome vendors we will have as well! If you are interested in be coming a sponsor or vendor for the race, please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] for information.

Race Start Time:

• 9:00 AM 5K Timed Run (timing by IRUNCT)

• 9:15 AM 1 Mile untimed Walk

Cost: $30 for individual 5K run/ 1 Mile Walk registrations.

As always, there will be free parking in and around the park. Stay tuned for information on important dates and times!

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. 100% of the proceeds are distributed to the Children's Dyslexia Centers of Connecticut.

For more information on the Children's Dyslexia Centers of Connecticut, please visit https://www.childrensdyslexiacenters.org/centers/connecticut-connecticut/

COMPLIMENTARY

1. T-SHIRTS for the first 200 registrants!

2. All participants can hydrate and replenish for free from an assortment of baked pastries, fruits, gatorade, and water!

3. Wellness services by Roba Physical Therapy and Wellness. Includes massage tables, cupping, normatec compression boots and more! They would love to give back to such a great cause and connect with community members in the process.

RACE TIMING

Trident RFID racing system, Payne's Corner Timing

TROPHIES

• Overall Race Winner: 1st place Male and 1st place Female

• Age division 1st and 2nd place for Male and Female

2. Ages 9-13

3. Ages 14-19

4. Ages 20-29

5. Ages 30-39

6. Ages 40-49

7. Ages 50-59

8. Ages 60-69

9. Ages 70-79

10. Ages 80+

RACE COURSE DESCRIPTION

• 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:

3. Start on Deming in front of Scottish Rite Building.

4. Turn left at southern entrance to Candlewyck

5. Turn Right at Cambridge

6. Right on Lexington - loop around grass island

7. Right back on Cambridge

8. Right on Culver

9. Right Deming

10. Right on Candlewyck to start Loop 2

• Loop 2:

3. Follow Candlewyck to right on Stage Coach

4. Right onto Little Brook

5. Right on Culver

6. Right on Deming

7. Left into Scottish Rite Parking Lot to FINISH

PARKING

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)

REST AREAS

Indoor Men's and Woman's restrooms with air conditioning

SPONSORSHIP

Interested in supporting our cause and race? Please contact Deepak Saluru [email protected]

Join us at Elm Ridge Park for a 2M Trail Run to support the Rocky Hill Fire Department and Rocky Hill Library. All abilities are welcome!

Race Details:

• The 2M course is a 2 loop course in the park

• Kids Run is 1/2M out and back

• All Kids will receive a BIB and finisher medal

• Register for the 2M run by Sunday, 6/29 to have your name printed on your race bib

• Race refreshment will be available at the finish line

• No same day registration and you can register online ONLY!

Race Schedule:

6:30 -7:30 BIBs pick up

7:15 Kids Fun Run

7:30 2M Run Start

8:15 Awards

Professionally Timing & Scoring By The EMPIRE Timing Co.

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