51st Annual Rooster Run
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Newtown, Connecticut
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the 51st Annual Rooster Run in Newtown, Western Connecticut, taking place on Saturday, June 14th, 2025! This exciting event features certified courses for both a 5K and a 10K race, with the 5K starting at 8:15 AM and a special Little Chicks Dash for the kids kicking off at 8:00 AM. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join in on the action, whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out.
The Rooster Run not only promises an invigorating experience but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Newtown Scholarship Association, which invests in the future of local youth. So, gather your friends and family, and cheer on the racers as they compete for top honors in various age divisions. Don’t forget, the first 300 registrants will receive a free t-shirt, so be sure to secure your spot before registration closes at 7:30 AM on race day! Join us for a day filled with community spirit and healthy competition in beautiful Newtown!
The Rooster Run not only promises an invigorating experience but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Newtown Scholarship Association, which invests in the future of local youth. So, gather your friends and family, and cheer on the racers as they compete for top honors in various age divisions. Don’t forget, the first 300 registrants will receive a free t-shirt, so be sure to secure your spot before registration closes at 7:30 AM on race day! Join us for a day filled with community spirit and healthy competition in beautiful Newtown!
Organiser's Description
_T SHIRT AND BIB AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP BEGINNING TUESDAY JUNE 10TH UNTIL FRIDAY, JUNE 13TH UNTIL 4 PM. BETWEEN 8 AM TO 4:00 PM ONLY! WE ARE LOCATED IN FAIRFIELD HILLS IN THE COMMUNITY CENTER AT 8 SIMPSON STREET. UNABLE TO PICK UP NO WORRIES, YOU CAN PICK IT UP THE DAY OF_
The Rooster Run/Walk will have a 5K & 10K certified Course (8:15AM START TIME). Your little chickens will also have a chance to run in our 100 yard dash (Little Chicks Dash- 8AM START TIME). The proceeds from these events will benefit the Newtown Scholarship Association.
Make it a family event, bring your friends and cheer on your friends and family as they raise money for a great cause! Register by midnight June 13th before the price increase. Registration will close on June 14th at 7:30 am. All registration will be done online.
The first 300 participants will receive a t-shirt.
Newtown Scholarship investing in Newtown's youth!
ROOSTER RUN 5K ROAD RACE CATEGORIES:
* Top Male Finisher
* Top Female Finisher
* Divisions top 3 overall finishers:
* Male
* 12 and under
* 13 to 19
* 20 to 29
* 30 to 39
* 40 to 49
* 50 to 59
* 60 to 69
* 70 and over
* Female
* 12 and under
* 13 to 19
* 20 to 29
* 30 to 39
* 40 to 49
* 50 to 59
* 60 to 69
* 70 and over
10K
Top Male Finisher
Top Female Finisher
Divisions top 3 overall finishers:
Male
12 and under
13 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 and over
Female
12 and under
13 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 and over
THE 10K COURSE IS ONE SMALL LOOP FOLLOWED BY THREE LONG LOOPS AROUND THE PAVED NEWTOWN HILLS TRAIL.
The Rooster Run/Walk will have a 5K & 10K certified Course (8:15AM START TIME). Your little chickens will also have a chance to run in our 100 yard dash (Little Chicks Dash- 8AM START TIME). The proceeds from these events will benefit the Newtown Scholarship Association.
Make it a family event, bring your friends and cheer on your friends and family as they raise money for a great cause! Register by midnight June 13th before the price increase. Registration will close on June 14th at 7:30 am. All registration will be done online.
The first 300 participants will receive a t-shirt.
Newtown Scholarship investing in Newtown's youth!
ROOSTER RUN 5K ROAD RACE CATEGORIES:
* Top Male Finisher
* Top Female Finisher
* Divisions top 3 overall finishers:
* Male
* 12 and under
* 13 to 19
* 20 to 29
* 30 to 39
* 40 to 49
* 50 to 59
* 60 to 69
* 70 and over
* Female
* 12 and under
* 13 to 19
* 20 to 29
* 30 to 39
* 40 to 49
* 50 to 59
* 60 to 69
* 70 and over
10K
Top Male Finisher
Top Female Finisher
Divisions top 3 overall finishers:
Male
12 and under
13 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 and over
Female
12 and under
13 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 and over
THE 10K COURSE IS ONE SMALL LOOP FOLLOWED BY THREE LONG LOOPS AROUND THE PAVED NEWTOWN HILLS TRAIL.
Races
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5K (In Person) RACE START 8:15 AM
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
This course is one and 3./4 loops around the Newtown Hills complex.. -
10K (In Person) RACE START 8:15 AM
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
This course is one short loop followed by three long loops around the Newtown Hills complex. -
Little Dash (Ages 3 to 8) RACE START 8 AM
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$11.60
This is a 100 yard dash
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