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• Jul

  25

  Sat
  LYSB Midsummer Run

  59 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371, United States
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  Distance: 6.6 km from Old Lyme

  Sat, Jul 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  Celebrate the Midsummer Festival in historic Old Lyme Village with this family friendly event benefitting the Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB).The Midsummer 5K Run features a scenic road race, a 5K Run & Walk, and a Kids K. The race will begin at LYSB located at 59 Lyme Street and wind through the beautiful streets of the village. The race is held on the morning of the renowned Old Lyme Midsummer Festival, kicking off a weekend of cultural, artistic and community events at multiple sites throughout Old Lyme’s Historic District.

  Pricing for the 5K (run and walk) is $30 for adults, $15 for youth (18 and under). Registration for the "Kids K" fun run is $10. Chip timing will be provided by Fast Track Timing for 5K runners. Commemorative T-Shirts will be available for the first 200 registered participants. Finisher medals for all.

  The overall top three men and women will be recognized as well as the top age group winner in the men and women divisions. Divisions will be broken down as follows: Youth 14 and under, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60-69, and 70 plus.

  Online registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 24th. On site registrations accepted up to race day.

  Tee-Shirts for the first 200 registered runners/walkers.

  Pre-Race Packet pick up on Friday, July 24, 9:00-5:00 p.m. at LYSB (59 Lyme Street, Old Lyme)

  RACE DAY: Saturday, July 25, 2026

  Schedule:

  6:45 am – Registration opens

  8:00 am – 5K Run & Walk

  9:00 am – Kids K

  PACKET PICK UP: Friday, July 24, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. OR on Race Day starting at 6:45 a.m.

  Proceeds from the Midsummer 5K will support LYSB's programs for youth and families including mental wellness, drug & alcohol prevention, juvenile justice, positive youth development, and early childhood.

  For more info about LYSB and the 5K contact LYSB at 860-434-7208 www.lysb.org

  For more info about Old Lyme Midsummer Festival visit Midsummer Festival | exploreoldlyme.com

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• Sep

  05

  Sat
  Run for The Hills

  East Lyme, Connecticut, 06357, United States
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  Distance: 5.3 km from Old Lyme

  Sat, Sep 05, 2026 at 9:00 AM

  Join in the 5th Annual Run for the Hills 5K event at the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve in Niantic, CT. Come for an amazing trail run by Clark Pond and through beautiful scenery around the perimeter of the preserve. Proceeds from the race will go directly to maintaining this special place of quiet beauty for future generations to enjoy!

  Not a runner? Hikers are also welcome to participate and enjoy the trails as well.

  This year, the awards ceremony will take place after the race at the nature preserve where you will be able to celebrate with your fellow finishers whilst enjoying some well earned refreshments!

  Entry Fee

  • $25 until August 16th, then $30 (on-line)

  • Day-of cash registration, $35

  Race Schedule

  • Parking

  • There is ample parking adjacent to the preserve, with overflow at East Lyme Town Hall, 108 Pennsylvania Ave., Niantic.

  • Race Day Check in opens at 08:00 AM

  • Race starts at 09:00 AM

  • Awards Ceremony at the Nature Preserve 10:30 AM

  Awards

  • Overall First Place Male and Female!

  • Top 3 Men and Women in each age group

  • 19 and under

  • 20-29

  • 30-39

  • 40-49

  • 50-59

  • 60-69

  • 70+

  • The race will be professionally timed by SNERRO, LLC.

  Registration (On line only)

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• Sep

  19

  Sat
  Bound for the Sound

  89 Hartford Ave, Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371, United States
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  Distance: 1.8 km from Old Lyme

  Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  Bound for the Sound is 5k and 10k road race in Old Lyme, CT. Both courses start at popular Sound View Beach in Old Lyme, CT. The 10K is mostly flat with some gently rolling hills. The 5K is very flat and very fast. Both races finish down historic Hartford Avenue facing the beach. Post race food and drink is included in your race entry.

  The 10K course is USATF certified (CT25015JHP) and will serve as the USATF-CT 10K State Championship for both 2025 and 2026, concluding the USATF-CT Road Grand Prix series.

  Entry Fees

  • 10K - The fee is $27.50 if paid before August 1, $30 between August 1 and August 31, and $32.50 if paid on or after September 1.

  • Entry includes a t-shirt and chip timing

  • 5K - The fee is $27.50 if paid before August 1, $30 between August 1 and August 31, and $32.50 if paid on or after September 1.

  • Entry includes a t-shirt and chip timing

  • Family Fun Run - $5

  • Entry includes finisher prize. T-shirt is not included but can be added as a $10 option.

  Event Schedule

  • Registration available (ONLINE ONLY) up to and including race day

  • Race day check in and bib collection from 7:00 am

  • 10K race starts at 8 AM

  • 5K race starts at 8:15 AM

  • Family Fun Run starts at 9:15 am

  Parking

  Parking is free for the event, and volunteers will be available to assist with parking management throughout the day.

  Please use one of the following designated parking areas:

  1. Town-owned lot at the end of Hartford Avenue in Sound View (91 Hartford Ave., Old Lyme, CT) [Adjacent to Start/Finish]

  2. Lot next to the Old Lyme police station on Shore Road (290 Shore Road, Old Lyme, CT) [0.4 mile walk to Start/Finish]

  3. Town-owned lot at Cross Lane (12 Cross Lane, Old Lyme, CT) [0.5 mile walk to Start/Finish]

  ***NOTE: If you have an RV or a large vehicle, please park at the Cross Lane lot.

  We will fill the Sound View lot first. Once it nears capacity, vehicles will be directed to the police station lot, and after that, to the Cross Lane lot.

  Awards

  • Top three overall male, female 5K and 10K finishers

  • Top non-binary 5K and 10K finisher

  • Top three male & female 5K and 10k finishers in each age groups:

  • 12 & under

  • 13-19

  • 20-29

  • 30-39

  • 40-49

  • 50-59

  • 60-69

  • 70-79

  • 80+

  • Fun Runners will each receive finisher prizes

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  10K USATF certified course (CT25015JHP)

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  The Run:

  • Both the 10K and 5K races are chip timed with instant results

  • Scenic course along Long Island Sound

  • Rain or Shine

  • Walkers Welcome, need to register to participate, and start on time behind runners

  The Extras:

  • Race T-shirt for all 5K and 10K participants, please register by Sept. 1 to guarantee first choice size.

  • Free Photos and Parking

  • Friendly volunteers

  • Hydration stations on course and at finish

  • Celebrate your achievement with food and drinks.

  All race proceeds will be donated to the Old Lyme Fire Department Auxiliary

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  All vounteers receive a free race t-shirt.

  Sponsorship:

  Support the Old Lyme Volunteer Fire Department while gaining valuable exposure for your business or organization. Proceeds from this exciting event on September 20th at Sound View Beach help fund essential equipment, training, and community safety initiatives. As a sponsor, you'll enjoy benefits like prominent logo placement on our website, social media shoutouts, event banners, road signs, and more—depending on your sponsorship level (from Bronze at $250 up to Diamond at $2500, plus in-kind options). All donations are tax-deductible!

  Click the embedded links to view our Sponsorship Menu for full details on levels and perks, or our Sponsorship Letter for more about the event and how your support makes a difference.

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