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3 events in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find 5k events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • FES PTO Chocolate Truffle Shuffle 5K Trail Run [runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 02, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Come run/walk/jog the 'sweet' trails of Giddings Park in Franklin, CT on 5/2, National Truffle Day! This chocolate truffle themed 5K race is open to all ages. (Dogs are welcome!) In addition to the...

    Come run/walk/jog the 'sweet' trails of Giddings Park in Franklin, CT on 5/2, National Truffle Day! This chocolate truffle themed 5K race is open to all ages. (Dogs are welcome!) In addition to the all ages race, there will also be a "Mini Chocolate Chip" 800 meter (.5 mile) fun run for kids 12 and under. The kids fun run will start at 9:00am with the 5K Trail Run following at 9:30am. Bib pick up will be on race day only and is located at Giddings Park from 7:45am to 9:00am. Same day registration is available; credit card only. All 5K finishers receive a custom designed medal.

    Register by 4/17/26 for early bird pricing of $30 for the 5K. After 4/17/26, price increases to $35.

    5K course is three loops around the trails of Giddings Park with one large hill each loop. Total elevation gain is 235ft.

    Awards for Overall Male and Female finishers. Additionally, prizes will be awarded for male and female age division winners.

    Bib pick up and race location: 191 Pond Road, North Franklin, CT. Sponsored by the Franklin Elementary School PTO, Inc. All funds raised will support FES PTO's efforts for PTO-sponsored programs at Franklin Elementary School.

    The 5K will be chip timed by The EMPIRE Timing Co.

    5k Fun Run Run Trail Walk

    191 Pond Road, Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06254, United States
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  • Bailey's Garden 5K [o2eventproductions.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Bailey's Garden Foundation in Lebanon, CT, supports children with disabilities, founded by Jim and Mary-Grace Shifrin after losing their daughter Bailey, who had Trisomy 18, creating an accessible...

    Bailey's Garden Foundation in Lebanon, CT, supports children with disabilities, founded by Jim and Mary-Grace Shifrin after losing their daughter Bailey, who had Trisomy 18, creating an accessible playground and providing grants.

    Race details:

    • Race Time: 9:00 AM

    • Bib pickup 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM

    • Race Day Registration ​7:30 AM to 8:45 AM

    • ​Location: Lebanon Green, CT170 West Town Street, Lebanon, CT

    • ​Near the First Congregational Church

    Race highlights:

    • Race shirt ​​
    • (Must register by May 3rd to guarantee a shirt)
    • ​Division awards

    • Custom race bibs

    • Post race refreshments​

    • Fast course​USA/TF Certified

    • Music

    • ​Professional chip timing

    5k Run

    170 West Town Street, Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06249, United States
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