Berlin, Connecticut · Saturday, May 16, 2026
The Run Ragged Last Person Standing is a running and ultra event held on Saturday, May 16, 2026. It is located in Berlin, Connecticut.
The The Petit Family 5k Road Race began in early 2008 by two brothers, Robert and Gary Heslin, who were classmates of Dr. William A. Petit, Jr. at Plainville High School, class of 1974. Together the three of them ran cross-country and track & field. In response to Dr. Petit’s request to do good things for others and to carry on the legacy of his wife and daughters, lifelong runners Robert and Gary decided that a USATF-certified 5k, point-to-point course would be the best option they could offer. There is also a 1.3mi Fitness Walk.
On behalf of the Petit Family 5k Road race, the Petit Family Foundation has awarded over $4.5 million in grants to programs and projects all over Connecticut, as well as the American Northeast and all across the United States.
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
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!
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
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+
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:
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
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
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]
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This finale event brings together participants from Race4Chase programs across both states to celebrate their hard work, determination, and confidence gained throughout the summer. It’s more than a race, it’s a powerful celebration of youth achievement, healthy living, and community support.
While this event is exclusively for Race4Chase participants and not open to public registration, we need enthusiastic volunteers to help make it a safe, smooth, and unforgettable experience for every child crossing that finish line.
Welcome!
Come join the CT Trailmixers for the annual Fall Fling 400 trail races! This year we’re again offering race entry options. These races are a great opportunity to give trail running a try.
Entry Options
Fall Fling 400 You can run as many loops as you’d like of a roughly two-mile trail course as long as you're done within 400 minutes (six hours 40 minutes). You’re not required to run an ultra distance — at least 28 miles (or 14 loops) — although many people will. Whether you want to try your first trail race, or go for an ultra distance, this event is for you.
Spring Fling 4 Miler Complete 2 laps of the roughly two-mile course.
Fling Fanatic Series Do the double - Spring Fling 600 and Fall Fling 400!
We aim to make trail running fun, with a well-marked course that offers a great variety of terrain and scenery. And you’ll get plenty of cheers and high-fives throughout the day — along with what some past participants have said is the best aid station spread they’ve ever seen.