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STERLING DOWN & DIRTY 5K

OBSTACLE RUN

STRATFORD'S DIRTIEST DAY AT THE BEACH!

The Sterling Down & Dirty 5K is a one of a kind obstacle based Fun Run!

Perfect for all fitness levels, this annual family-friendly course is an exciting challenge for all runners - experts and beginners alike! Race your way through our 18+ obstacles or just have fun with it. There is a little bit of FUN and a whole lot of DIRTY for everyone.

Best of all you are in it to win it for Sterling Community Center.

Proceeds will benefit Sterling Food Pantry, Youth Development & Youth Programs.

REGISTER EARLY FOR THE LOWEST RATE!

REGISTER A GROUP OF 4 OR MORE PARTICIPANTS AND RECEIVE $5 OFF/PP*

Early Bird Rate: May 24 - August 14, 2026

ADULT: Ages 21 and up - $50

YOUTH: Ages 8-20 yrs old - $35

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Regular Rate: August 15 - September 11, 2026

ADULT: Ages 21 and up - $60

YOUTH: Ages 8-20 yrs old - $45

Online Registration closes at 12pm, Friday, September 11th

Day Of/Walk-In Rate: September 12, 2026

ADULT: Ages 21 and up - $70

YOUTH: Ages 8-20 yrs old - $55

Day of/walk-ins will be accommodated, however we strongly encourage you to register ahead of time to ensure you can join requested wave time.

*You must register all participant names in one order by clicking 'Add Another Registrant' for each person. All 4 names must be entered prior to checking out. This ticket includes your run, race shirt and finisher's medals.

Last year, our incredible participants and sponsors raised over $182,000 to Fairfield County local non profit organizations.

Registration Includes:

✔️ The 39th Annual BTCC T-shirt

✔️ A heavy goodie bag filled with treats and gifts from local and sustainable partners

✔️ A raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes after the race! (Must be present to win)

🏅 Additional prizes are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group (for running participants only).

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Race management provided by MS Running Productions. Timing services for the 5K is provided by The Last Mile Racing.

15th Colony Grill "Hot Oil" 5K

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Colony Grill - 1520 Post Road, Fairfield, CT

PLEASE BE AWARE IT IS NOT PERMITTED TO GIVE YOUR BIB OR REGISTRATION TO ANYONE ELSE - INCLUDING FAMILY MEMBERS. DOING SO WILL VOID YOUR WAIVER AND ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE COLONY GRILL, THE HOT OIL RACE, ITS SPONSORS AND VOLUNTEERS, ET AL!

If you are not familiar with our course: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=5689440

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myTEAM TRIUMPH CT is a nonprofit organization that participates in endurance events as a TEAM!

Athletes with disabilities are our "Captains" and they are guided by their able-bodied "Angels" across each finish line.

It is our way to promote inclusion in the community for people with disabilities and allow everyone to cross that finish line.

Vicki Soto 5K

​Lace up your sneakers and make a difference in your community with myTEAM TRIUMPH!

Join myTEAM TRIUMPH Connecticut for the Pequot Runners Thanksgiving Day Race!

myTEAM TRIUMPH (mTT) is a nonprofit organization that participates in endurance events as a team.

Athletes with disabilities are our Captains, and they’re guided by their able-bodied Angels across each finish line — promoting inclusion and allowing everyone to experience the joy of racing together.

🏁 Important Note:

This signup is only for participants joining the race with myTEAM TRIUMPH as a Captain, Angel, or Volunteer.

If you’re looking to register for the regular Pequot Runners Thanksgiving Day 5-Mile or 2.4-Mile Race, please visit:

👉 https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/CT/Southport/PequotRunners5MileTDayRace

Lace up your sneakers and make a difference in your community with myTEAM TRIUMPH!