7 running events in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Race POSTPONED to 2/15/2026

The Races

• Extra Point 1 Miler

• Timed 1-mile race.

• (NEW for 2026) There will be awards for the 1-mile race.

• Start time - 12:00 PM.

• 2-Point Conversion 2 Miler

• Timed 2-mile race.

• There will be awards for this race.

• Start time - 12:30 PM.

• Field Goal Challenge (Run both races)​

• Challenge yourself by running the Extra Point 1 Miler & then run the 2-Point Conversion 2 Miler.

• Runners will get a combined time from both races.

• You must register for the Challenge when registering to be eligible for the Field Goal Challenge.

• SWAG

• Winter hats for the first 150 registered runners.

• Custom race bibs.

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

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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

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: [email protected]

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

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!

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.

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!!