2024 Black Dog Road Race
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 8:45AM EST
- Location Meriden, Connecticut
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day at the 2024 Black Dog Road Race on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, in beautiful Meriden, South Central Connecticut! This thrilling event features three exciting race options: a scenic 5K that winds along the picturesque Merimere Reservoir, a challenging 10K that boasts over 750 feet of elevation gain as it takes runners from Hubbard Park to Castle Craig, and a FREE Kids Fun Run that offers a delightful opportunity for the little ones to join in on the fun with a short loop around the playscape.
Join us this Halloween weekend to embrace the legend of the mysterious Black Dog, said to bring luck and adventure. Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and fun, but you’ll also be supporting local youth and fitness programs that promote healthy living in our community. Don’t forget to wear your favorite family-friendly costume for a chance to win in our costume contest! With race day check-in opening at 7:30 am and the races kicking off at 9:00 am, come out for an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie, awards, and refreshments. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors, the Black
Join us this Halloween weekend to embrace the legend of the mysterious Black Dog, said to bring luck and adventure. Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and fun, but you’ll also be supporting local youth and fitness programs that promote healthy living in our community. Don’t forget to wear your favorite family-friendly costume for a chance to win in our costume contest! With race day check-in opening at 7:30 am and the races kicking off at 9:00 am, come out for an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie, awards, and refreshments. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors, the Black
Organiser's Description
_BLACK DOG ROAD RACE 5K - 10K - KIDS FUN RUN_
_The Legend of the Hanging Hills Black Dog has been around for over 100 years. __A mysterious black dog that has been spotted countless times and is said to bring good luck, bad luck, and even death! The Black Dog awaits_____
JOIN US THIS HALLOWEEN WEEKEND AT HUBBARD PARK IN MERIDEN, CT FOR THE RETURN OF THE BLACK DOG ROAD RACE!
5K: An out and back course that runs along the beautiful Merimere Reservoir. It has some rolling hills throughout the course!
10K: ONE OF THE MOST CHALLENGING 10K'S IN CONNECTICUT! 6.2 miles, out and back from Hubbard Park to Castle Craig! Over 750 ft of elevation in the first 3.1 miles!
FREE KIDS FUN RUN: Kids will run, jog, and walk the small loop (road) around the playscape and main parking lot area. About 4/10ths of a mile in distance.
_RUNNING FOR A PURPOSE AND OUR COMMUNITY _
Every year, our race helps benefit local programs in our area. This year, money raised from our Black Dog Road Race will help support our local youth and fitness programs that encourage positive connections and healthy living!
_ENTRY FEES_ - Please note the entry prices below do not include processing fees.
* 10K
* Now - 7/31/2024 - $30
* Before 10/1/2024 - $35
* Before 10/26/2024 - $40
* Race Day: $50
* 5K
* Now - 7/31/2024 - $20
* Before 10/1/2024 - $25
* Before 10/26/2024 - $35
* Race Day: $40
* Kids Fun Run - Free!
EVENT SCHEDULE
* Race day check in opens at 7:30 am
* 10K and 5K start - 9:00am
* Kids Fun Run - 8:45am
* Awards & Refreshments to Conclude!
AGE GROUP AWARDS
* Top 3 male and female overall winners
* Top male and female in age groups:
* 14 & Under
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 - 69
* 70+
COSTUME CONTEST AWARD:
To celebrate Halloween, we invite our participants to dress up in their favorite family friendly costumes!
Costume Winners will be announced at our awards ceremony following the race!
_The Legend of the Hanging Hills Black Dog has been around for over 100 years. __A mysterious black dog that has been spotted countless times and is said to bring good luck, bad luck, and even death! The Black Dog awaits_____
JOIN US THIS HALLOWEEN WEEKEND AT HUBBARD PARK IN MERIDEN, CT FOR THE RETURN OF THE BLACK DOG ROAD RACE!
5K: An out and back course that runs along the beautiful Merimere Reservoir. It has some rolling hills throughout the course!
10K: ONE OF THE MOST CHALLENGING 10K'S IN CONNECTICUT! 6.2 miles, out and back from Hubbard Park to Castle Craig! Over 750 ft of elevation in the first 3.1 miles!
FREE KIDS FUN RUN: Kids will run, jog, and walk the small loop (road) around the playscape and main parking lot area. About 4/10ths of a mile in distance.
_RUNNING FOR A PURPOSE AND OUR COMMUNITY _
Every year, our race helps benefit local programs in our area. This year, money raised from our Black Dog Road Race will help support our local youth and fitness programs that encourage positive connections and healthy living!
_ENTRY FEES_ - Please note the entry prices below do not include processing fees.
* 10K
* Now - 7/31/2024 - $30
* Before 10/1/2024 - $35
* Before 10/26/2024 - $40
* Race Day: $50
* 5K
* Now - 7/31/2024 - $20
* Before 10/1/2024 - $25
* Before 10/26/2024 - $35
* Race Day: $40
* Kids Fun Run - Free!
EVENT SCHEDULE
* Race day check in opens at 7:30 am
* 10K and 5K start - 9:00am
* Kids Fun Run - 8:45am
* Awards & Refreshments to Conclude!
AGE GROUP AWARDS
* Top 3 male and female overall winners
* Top male and female in age groups:
* 14 & Under
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 - 69
* 70+
COSTUME CONTEST AWARD:
To celebrate Halloween, we invite our participants to dress up in their favorite family friendly costumes!
Costume Winners will be announced at our awards ceremony following the race!
Races
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10k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & 2024 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS SOON -
5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & 2024 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS SOON -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. 2024 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 26th October 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
OPENS JUL 25
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