17th Annual Barkhamsted River Run 5K
- Date Sun 31st May 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Barkhamsted, Connecticut
- Price $10.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 17th Annual Barkhamsted River Run 5K, happening on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in the beautiful Northwest Hills of Barkhamsted, Connecticut. This exciting event is not only a great way to challenge yourself with a scenic 5K race along the picturesque Farmington River and through People's State Forest, but it also serves as a vital fundraiser for the local elementary school, supporting the education of our children.
The race day schedule kicks off with registration from 8:00 to 9:15 AM, leading up to the thrilling 5K race start at 9:30 AM. For the little ones, there's a fun 1M Kids Fun Run at 10:30 AM, ensuring that everyone can participate in the day's festivities. With a fairly level out and back course featuring just two hills, participants can look forward to a rewarding experience in nature. Don't forget, free T-shirts will be given to those who register by May 15th, and medals will be awarded to the first-place finishers in each category. Join us for a day of community spirit, health, and support for our kids!
The race day schedule kicks off with registration from 8:00 to 9:15 AM, leading up to the thrilling 5K race start at 9:30 AM. For the little ones, there's a fun 1M Kids Fun Run at 10:30 AM, ensuring that everyone can participate in the day's festivities. With a fairly level out and back course featuring just two hills, participants can look forward to a rewarding experience in nature. Don't forget, free T-shirts will be given to those who register by May 15th, and medals will be awarded to the first-place finishers in each category. Join us for a day of community spirit, health, and support for our kids!
Organiser's Description
Fundraiser for the Town of Barkhamsted elementary school. Please join us and support our kids.
COURSE: Scenic, fairly level out and back course (two hills) along the Farmington River and People's State Forest in the Northwest Hills of Litchfield County.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE: Registration will begin at 8 - 9:15 am, 5K Race Start 9:30 am & Kids 1M Fun Run & 10:30am. T-shirts will be provided for those registered by Friday, May 15th.
PARKING: Barkhamsted Elementary School (65 Ripley Hill Rd., Barkhamsted, CT 06063)
- No Animals, Roller Blades or Bikes
- Free T-shirts if registered by Friday, May 15.
MEDALS for First place finisher in each category.
COURSE: Scenic, fairly level out and back course (two hills) along the Farmington River and People's State Forest in the Northwest Hills of Litchfield County.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE: Registration will begin at 8 - 9:15 am, 5K Race Start 9:30 am & Kids 1M Fun Run & 10:30am. T-shirts will be provided for those registered by Friday, May 15th.
PARKING: Barkhamsted Elementary School (65 Ripley Hill Rd., Barkhamsted, CT 06063)
- No Animals, Roller Blades or Bikes
- Free T-shirts if registered by Friday, May 15.
MEDALS for First place finisher in each category.
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