7 running events in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Pomfret, CT [healthykidsrunningseries.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM

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  Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate...

  Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

  Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

  Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

  Makeup Date Information: 5/17/2026

  Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

  Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

  Kindergarten & 1st Grade

  2nd & 3rd Grade

  4th & 5th Grade

  6th to 8th Grade

  Challenger

  Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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  Kids Run Wheelchair

  Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06259, United States
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• Killingly Springtime Classic 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 09, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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  Springtime Classic 5k 2026

  Saturday May, 9th

  8:30am 5k Race Start

  Davis Park, Danielson, CT (GPS 210 Main St.)

  Entry fees:

  Adults $25 (until 4/16/26)

  Adults $30 (4/17/26- Race Day)

  18 & Under $18...

  Springtime Classic 5k 2026

  Saturday May, 9th

  8:30am 5k Race Start

  Davis Park, Danielson, CT (GPS 210 Main St.)

  Entry fees:

  Adults $25 (until 4/16/26)

  Adults $30 (4/17/26- Race Day)

  18 & Under $18

  Individual & Group Awards TBD

  Enjoy a one loop 3.1 mile race on the infamous Springtime Festival Road Race course! The entire course is on paved roads and has been wheel measured.

  Tentative Race Schedule :

  7:00am Race Registration Opens

  8:30am Springtime Classic 5k Starts

  9:30am 5k Awards

  Group & Individual awards TBD

  Volunteer and Sponsor opportunities Available email: killinglyspringfest@gmail.com

  Parking- There are several Free parking lots within 1/4 mile of the start & finish line.

  Please Do Not park at the Killingly Public Library

  5k Run

  210 Main Street, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06239, United States
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• Camp Challenge [give.holeinthewallgang.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Raise a little hell with Camp at our 5K Run/Walk or 6-hour Trail Run! Explore our gravel trails, feel the Magic of Camp, and help us bring joy to children with serious illnesses and their families....

  Raise a little hell with Camp at our 5K Run/Walk or 6-hour Trail Run! Explore our gravel trails, feel the Magic of Camp, and help us bring joy to children with serious illnesses and their families.

  Create a fundraising team or join as an individual. Together, we'll raise funds to support programs for thousands of children across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

  Get a lil Campy at our Finish Festival with food, Camp activities, tours, and music. Families and friends are welcome!

  3.1 Miles Gravel Run Trail Walk

  50 Old Eaton Road, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06278, United States
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• Quiet Corner Winery First Annual Alzheimer’s Fundraiser 5K [quietcornerwinery.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  On May 16th, we’re coming together as a community to support an important cause. The First Annual Hampton Alzheimer’s 5K aims to bring 250 participants together to raise over $5,000 for the...

  On May 16th, we’re coming together as a community to support an important cause. The First Annual Hampton Alzheimer’s 5K aims to bring 250 participants together to raise over $5,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association.

  This event is proudly sponsored by Quiet Corner Winery, and we hope many of our friends, customers, and neighbors will join us to run, walk, and support families affected by Alzheimer’s.

  Please Share this so we can hit our goal!

  Every step helps raise awareness and funding for research and support services.

  📅 May 16th

  📍164 Main Street, Hampton, Connecticut (Town Hall starting line)

  Let’s make this first year a huge success for a cause that impacts so many families.

  5k Run Walk

  164 Main Street, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06247, United States
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• Heart of Eastford 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  Heart of Eastford's 5K returns 2026!! We are so excited to see everyone race day! Last year we set a new record, and we look forward to smashing the record this year. All proceeds go to a/or...

  Heart of Eastford's 5K returns 2026!! We are so excited to see everyone race day! Last year we set a new record, and we look forward to smashing the record this year. All proceeds go to a/or individual/individuals in need and the other portion goes to help Eastford Food Pantry. Every year these funds help over 20 families in need. Our Recreation Committee is ready to host 2026's race on June 6th. Registration will open soon and feel free to email with any questions. We Look Foward to Seeing Everyone Race Day!!

  5k Run

  16 Westford Rd, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06242, United States
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• Run For Ryan Memorial Run [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jul 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  This is a family friendly 5K Run/Walk event in honor of Ryan French. Ryan was a resident of Thompson and a student in the Ag-Ed Program at Killingly High School. Ryan was also an avid runner on the...

  This is a family friendly 5K Run/Walk event in honor of Ryan French. Ryan was a resident of Thompson and a student in the Ag-Ed Program at Killingly High School. Ryan was also an avid runner on the KHS Cross Country and Track Teams. The proceeds from this race will be going into the Ryan French Memorial Scholarship Fund which provides Scholarships to well deserving Killingly Ag-Ed Seniors going onto higher education.

  The race course uses off-road paths that may have exposed rocks and roots which could be a trip hazard to participants. As part of the registration process each entrant is required to sign a liability waiver accepting the risk of possible injury while participating in the event.

  PLEASE NOTE: ENTRY IS VIA ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. Registration shall remain open until 9:15 AM on race day.

  Entry Fees:

  • Run or Walk

  • Over 18 yrs - $30 before July 13, 2026; thereafter, $35

  • 18 yrs and under - $25 before July 13, 2026; thereafter, $30 (Note: this age based price will be shown at checkout)

  • Kids Fun Run - FREE

  Race Shirt:

  • A race shirt will be provided to run / walk entrants, subject to availability at the time of registration.

  Event Schedule

  • Race day check in opens

  • Walk participants from 07:15 AM

  • 5K participants from 07:45 AM

  • Walk start - 8:00 AM

  • Kids Fun Run - 9:00 AM

  • 5K start - 9:30 AM

  Awards:

  • Top male, female, and non-binary overall

  • Top three male and female age group winners:

  • 11 yrs and under

  • 12-15 yrs

  • 16-19 yrs

  • 20-29 yrs

  • 30-39 yrs

  • 40-49 yrs

  • 50-59 yrs

  • 60-69 yrs

  • 70+ yrs

  Notes:

  • $50 cash awards shall be given to any male or female who establishes a new course record.

  • The current records are: Male - 16:23 (Alex Norstrom, 2022) Female - 18:37 (Angelia Rafter, 2022)

  3.1 Miles Fun Run Run Walk

  Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06241, United States
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