2025 Darien Road Race & Family Fun Day Charity Fundraiser

  • Date Sun 21st September 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Darien, Connecticut
  • Price $48.70
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5 Mile

Event summary

Join the excitement at the 2025 Darien Road Race & Family Fun Day Charity Fundraiser on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in beautiful Darien, Western Connecticut! This beloved annual event, a staple in the community for 45 years, features two exhilarating races: a 1.5-mile timed fun run and a challenging 5-mile timed race. Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming to beat your personal best or looking for a leisurely jog with friends, every step you take will support essential youth and family social service programs in the area.

But the fun doesn't stop at the races! Bring the whole family to enjoy a variety of activities under the big tent. No registration is required to cheer on the runners and participate in the family-friendly festivities. Every dollar raised contributes to a worthy cause, improving the lives of over 37,000 neighbors through vital support for food, shelter, healthcare, and job training. So grab your running shoes, gather your loved ones, and be part of this uplifting event that strengthens our community while having a blast! Early bird registration begins on June 1, 2025, so don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day of fun and fitness.

Organiser's Description

FOR 45 YEARS, THE COMMUNITY FUND OF DARIEN HAS BROUGHT THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER FOR THE ANNUAL _DARIEN ROAD RACE & FAMILY FUN DAY_. THIS BELOVED FALL EVENT FEATURES TWO RACESA 1.5-MILE TIMED FUN RUN AND A 5-MILE TIMED RACEPLUS FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES UNDER A BIG TENT. EVERY DOLLAR RAISED SUPPORTS ESSENTIAL YOUTH AND FAMILY SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS IN DARIEN, NORWALK, AND STAMFORD.



SINCE 1951, THE COMMUNITY FUND OF DARIEN HAS GRANTED MORE THAN $28,000,000 TO HELP PROVIDE OUR NEIGHBORS ACCESS TO FOOD, SHELTER, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTHCARE, JOB TRAINING, AND YOUTH SUCCESS PROGRAMS. YOUR SUPPORT IMPROVES THE LIVES OF MORE THAN 37,000 NEIGHBORS THROUGH GRANTS TO A NETWORK OF OVER 30 LOCAL NONPROFITS ADDRESSING BASIC NEEDS.



TOGETHER, WE CAN STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY! HOW TO PARTICIPATE:



1) REGISTER TO RUN! CHALLENGE YOURSELF WITH A 5-MILE TIMED RACE OR THE 1.5-MILE TIMED FUN RUN. AIM TO BEAT YOUR PERSONAL BEST OR ENJOY A LEISURELY JOG ALONG THE SCENIC ROUTE! EVERY STEP YOU TAKE SUPPORTS OUR NEIGHBORS. THANK YOU FOR RUNNING WITH PURPOSE!

PARKING IN AND AROUND PEAR TREE POINT BEACH IS LIMITED. WE ENCOURAGE CARPOOLING, BIKING, AND WALKING!



2) REGISTER TO WALK! TAKE A STROLL FOR A STRONGER COMMUNITY. ENJOY A WALK AROUND THE LOOP OR GATHER A GROUP OF FRIENDS TO JOIN YOU. ITS THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO CHAT AND CATCH UP WHILE DOING GOOD. BRING THE FAMILY STROLLERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!



3) COME HANG OUT AT THE FAMILY ACTIVITY TENT! NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY! COME CHEER ON AND SUPPORT THE RUNNERS AND WALKERS BY JOINING US AT THE EVENT. ENJOY FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN AND ACTIVITIES UNDER THE TENT. YOUR PRESENCE SUPPORTS THE CAUSE AND BRINGS EVEN MORE HEART TO RACE DAY.



EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION BEGINS JUNE 1.

EARLY BIRD PRICING (06/01/2025 - 09/01/2025):

18+ YEARS $45.00

6 - 18 YEARS $20.00

0 - 5 YEARS FREE!

REGULAR RACE PRICING (09/02/2025 - 09/20/2025):

18+ YEARS $50.00
6 - 18 YEARS $25.00
0 - 5 YEARS FREE!

DAY OF RACE PRICING (09/21/2025):

18+ YEARS $55.00
6 - 18 YEARS $30.00
0 - 5 YEARS FREE!

Races

  • 1.5-Mile Timed Fun Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 21st September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 01 JUN
  • 5-Mile Timed Race

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 21st September 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 01 JUN

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Pear Tree Point Beach, Darien, 06820, CT, United States

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