2025 Black Dog Road Race

Sunday, October 26, 2025 Past event

8:45 AM EDT

Meriden, Connecticut

Free–$43.40 · 3 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the 2025 Black Dog Road Race on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, in beautiful Meriden, South Central Connecticut! This exciting event features a 5K and a challenging 10K race, perfect for runners of all levels. The 5K offers a scenic out-and-back course along the picturesque Merimere Reservoir, while the 10K takes you on a demanding journey from Hubbard Park to Castle Craig, featuring over 750 feet of elevation gain in the first half!

But that's not all—kids can join in the fun with a free Kids Fun Run, allowing them to run, jog, or walk a smaller loop around the playscape. As part of the Halloween weekend festivities, participants are encouraged to don their favorite family-friendly costumes for a chance to win a special costume contest award! Plus, every entry supports local youth and fitness programs, making this event a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this legendary race and create lasting memories!

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Races

10k

Incl. $3.40 Fee & 2025 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt

9:00 AM EDT

$43.40

Entries closed
5k

Incl. $2.80 Fee & 2025 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt

9:00 AM EDT

$32.80

Entries closed
Kids Fun Run

Incl. 2025 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt

8:45 AM EDT

Free

Entries closed

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, growth, and healthy living!

_ENTRY FEES_ - Please note the entry prices below do not include processing fees.

* 10K

* Now - 7/31/2025 - $30
* Before 10/1/2025 - $35
* Before 10/26/2025 - $40
* Race Day: $50

* 5K

* Now - 7/31/2025 - $20
* Before 10/1/2025 - $25
* Before 10/26/2025 - $35
* Race Day: $40

* Kids Fun Run - Free!

EVENT SCHEDULE

* Race day check in opens at 7:45 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!