5k in Old Lyme, Connecticut | 2026-2027

Point O' Woods Beach 5K Run/Walk [runsignup.com]

Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

SATURDAY JULY 11th, 2025 9AM

$25.00 registration fee includes a tee shirt

Must register by June 17th to guarantee tee shirt size.

Benefits the Point O' Woods Recreation Department

Prizes for the...

SATURDAY JULY 11th, 2025 9AM

$25.00 registration fee includes a tee shirt

Must register by June 17th to guarantee tee shirt size.

Benefits the Point O' Woods Recreation Department

Prizes for the Overall Males and Females

Youth 15 and Under

Senior 65 and Older

Same day registration will be available, no guarantee of preferred T-shirt size

Online reg closed, can register in person between now and race day

You must be a resident of Point O' Woods Beach or a friend of a Point O' Woods resident….if a friend or relative you will be required to check in with security at the front gate. No public parking is available in or around the Point O' Woods Beach Association

5k Run Walk

12 Connecticut Road, Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371, United States
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LYSB Midsummer Run [runsignup.com]

Sat, Jul 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

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...

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

1k 5k Fun Run Run Walk

59 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371, United States
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Bound for the Sound [runsignup.com]

Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

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...

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:

Town-owned lot at the end of Hartford Avenue in Sound View (91 Hartford Ave., Old Lyme, CT) [Adjacent to Start/Finish]
Lot next to the Old Lyme police station on Shore Road (290 Shore Road, Old Lyme, CT) [0.4 mile walk to Start/Finish]
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

Course Maps

5K Strava Map

5K MapMyRun

10K USATF certified course (CT25015JHP)

10K Strava Map

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

Visit our Facebook event page.

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.

1 Miles 5k 10k Fun Run Run Walk

89 Hartford Ave, Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371, United States
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