2024 Black Dog Road Race
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Meriden, Connecticut
Free–$40.00 · 3 races
5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling adventure at the 2024 Black Dog Road Race, taking place on Sunday, October 29, 2023, in the scenic Hubbard Park, Meriden, South Central Connecticut! This exciting event features three race distances: a challenging 10K, a picturesque 5K, and a fun-filled Kids Fun Run. The 10K course will test your limits with over 750 feet of elevation gain in the first half, while the 5K offers a beautiful out-and-back route along the stunning Merimere Reservoir.
Join the community and embrace the spirit of Halloween by participating in this legendary race that has roots in local folklore. Don’t forget to dress up in your best family-friendly costume for a chance to win our Costume Contest! With an early check-in at 7:30 AM, the 10K and 5K races kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:45 AM. Celebrate your achievements with awards and refreshments after the races, while also supporting local programs in the area. Mark your calendars, lace up your running shoes, and get ready to chase the legendary Black Dog!
Join the community and embrace the spirit of Halloween by participating in this legendary race that has roots in local folklore. Don’t forget to dress up in your best family-friendly costume for a chance to win our Costume Contest! With an early check-in at 7:30 AM, the 10K and 5K races kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:45 AM. Celebrate your achievements with awards and refreshments after the races, while also supporting local programs in the area. Mark your calendars, lace up your running shoes, and get ready to chase the legendary Black Dog!
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Races
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10k
Includes 2023 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$40.00
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5k
Includes 2023 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$30.00
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Kids Fun Run
Includes 2023 Black Dog Long Sleeve Shirt
Entries closed8:45 AM EDT
Free
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 years benefit will be announced soon!
_ENTRY FEES_
* 10K
* Now - 8/10/2024 - $15
* Before 10/7/2024 - $25
* Before 10/26/2024 - $30
* Race Day: $40
* 5K
* Now - 8/10/2024 - $10
* Before 10/7/2024 - $20
* Before 10/26/2024 - $25
* Race Day: $30
* 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 years benefit will be announced soon!
_ENTRY FEES_
* 10K
* Now - 8/10/2024 - $15
* Before 10/7/2024 - $25
* Before 10/26/2024 - $30
* Race Day: $40
* 5K
* Now - 8/10/2024 - $10
* Before 10/7/2024 - $20
* Before 10/26/2024 - $25
* Race Day: $30
* 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!
Location
Hubbard Park, 999 West Main Street, Meriden, 06451, CT, United States
2024 Black Dog Road Race
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