52nd Annual Rooster Run
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Newtown, Connecticut
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 52nd Annual Rooster Run on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in beautiful Newtown, Western Connecticut! This lively community event features a certified 5K and 10K race, both kicking off at 8:20 AM, along with a special Little Chicks Dash for the younger participants at 8 AM.
Participants and spectators alike are encouraged to join in the festivities, making it a perfect family outing. With race categories for all ages and abilities, from top male and female finishers to divisions for children and seniors, everyone can showcase their running skills. Plus, the first 250 registrants will receive a complimentary t-shirt! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Newtown Scholarship Association, ensuring that funds go towards investing in the youth of Newtown. Don't miss out—register by midnight on June 13th to avoid price increases and secure your spot in this fantastic race day experience!
Participants and spectators alike are encouraged to join in the festivities, making it a perfect family outing. With race categories for all ages and abilities, from top male and female finishers to divisions for children and seniors, everyone can showcase their running skills. Plus, the first 250 registrants will receive a complimentary t-shirt! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Newtown Scholarship Association, ensuring that funds go towards investing in the youth of Newtown. Don't miss out—register by midnight on June 13th to avoid price increases and secure your spot in this fantastic race day experience!
Organiser's Description
_T-SHIRT AND BIB AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP BEGINNING FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH STARTING 8 AM UNTIL 4 :30 PM._
_IF YOU REGISTERED AFTER JUNE 12 AT 4 PM, YOUR RACE NUMBER IS ONLY AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY._
_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 (8:20AM 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 13th at 7:30 am. All registration will be done online.
The first 250 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.
_IF YOU REGISTERED AFTER JUNE 12 AT 4 PM, YOUR RACE NUMBER IS ONLY AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY._
_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 (8:20AM 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 13th at 7:30 am. All registration will be done online.
The first 250 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
-
5K (In Person) RACE START 8:20 AM
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (8:20AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 04 MAR 26This course is one and 3./4 loops around the Newtown Hills complex.. -
10K (In Person) RACE START 8:20 AM
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (8:20AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 04 MAR 26This 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 13th June 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 04 MAR 26This is a 100 yard dash
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