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 us for the 2025 Darien Road Race & Family Fun Day Charity Fundraiser on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the charming town of Darien, Western Connecticut. This beloved annual event, celebrating 45 years of community spirit, offers two exciting race options: a 1.5-mile timed fun run perfect for families and beginners, and a 5-mile timed race for those looking to challenge themselves. Every step you take and every dollar raised will contribute to essential youth and family social service programs in Darien, Norwalk, and Stamford.
The event isn’t just about racing; it’s also a fantastic family-friendly gathering! Enjoy a day filled with activities under a big tent, where you can cheer on the participants and partake in various fun activities. Whether you're registering to run, walk, or simply come to support, you’ll be part of a greater cause that has granted over $29 million to help local families access vital resources. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen our community while having a blast! Early bird registration begins June 1, so mark your calendars and get ready to run with purpose!
The event isn’t just about racing; it’s also a fantastic family-friendly gathering! Enjoy a day filled with activities under a big tent, where you can cheer on the participants and partake in various fun activities. Whether you're registering to run, walk, or simply come to support, you’ll be part of a greater cause that has granted over $29 million to help local families access vital resources. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen our community while having a blast! Early bird registration begins June 1, so mark your calendars and get ready to run with purpose!
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 $29,000,000 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 OUR NEIGHBORS THROUGH GRANTS TO A NETWORK OF OVER 35 VITAL, NONPROFIT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS.
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!
SINCE 1951, THE COMMUNITY FUND OF DARIEN HAS GRANTED MORE THAN $29,000,000 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 OUR NEIGHBORS THROUGH GRANTS TO A NETWORK OF OVER 35 VITAL, NONPROFIT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS.
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!
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