5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hartford, Connecticut
- Price Free - $40.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut, at the IOL Campus located at 200 Retreat Ave. This vibrant event is dedicated to supporting behavioral health patients and ensuring that no one faces their struggles alone. With 100% of the funds raised going directly to help patients in need, your participation makes a real difference!
The day kicks off with registration beginning at 8:00 AM, followed by a fun run for kids aged 10 and under at 8:30 AM, and the main race starts at 9:00 AM. Participants can look forward to awards for the top male, female, and non-binary finishers across various age groups, from 10 & under to 70 & up. Everyone who registers will receive reusable water bottles and exclusive T-shirts, making this not only a fun and competitive day but also a celebration of community spirit. Don't miss out on this uplifting event aimed at fostering hope and support in the behavioral health system!
The day kicks off with registration beginning at 8:00 AM, followed by a fun run for kids aged 10 and under at 8:30 AM, and the main race starts at 9:00 AM. Participants can look forward to awards for the top male, female, and non-binary finishers across various age groups, from 10 & under to 70 & up. Everyone who registers will receive reusable water bottles and exclusive T-shirts, making this not only a fun and competitive day but also a celebration of community spirit. Don't miss out on this uplifting event aimed at fostering hope and support in the behavioral health system!
Organiser's Description
The Purple Light Project (PLP) was created in 2020 to bring support to our behavioral health patients. PLP represent our commitment to serving our patients 24/7, someone is always here if you or someone you know, needs help. Since its inception, the need has grown and PLP strives to bring support to the entire behavioral health system. OUR PATIENTS BENEFIT from food vouchers, safe transportation to a support systems residence, warm winter clothing, dignity and hygiene items or human experience items for while they are in treatment with us.
100% OF THE FUNDS RAISED THROUGH THE 5K GOES TO PATIENTS.
Race starts at IOL Campus at 200 Retreat Ave. Hartford, CT 06114. REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8:00AM, the Fun Run for 10 & under is at 8:30AM and the Race begins at 9:00AM.
Awards for top male, female, and non-binary in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-45, 46-59, 60-69 & 70 & up
Professionally timing & scoring by Fast Track Timing.
REUSABLE WATER BOTTLES AND T-SHIRTS FOR 5K 17 AND UNDER AND 5K 18 AND OLDER, FREE WITH REGISTRATION.
100% OF THE FUNDS RAISED THROUGH THE 5K GOES TO PATIENTS.
Race starts at IOL Campus at 200 Retreat Ave. Hartford, CT 06114. REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8:00AM, the Fun Run for 10 & under is at 8:30AM and the Race begins at 9:00AM.
Awards for top male, female, and non-binary in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-45, 46-59, 60-69 & 70 & up
Professionally timing & scoring by Fast Track Timing.
REUSABLE WATER BOTTLES AND T-SHIRTS FOR 5K 17 AND UNDER AND 5K 18 AND OLDER, FREE WITH REGISTRATION.
Races
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5K - 17 & Under
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$20.00
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5K - Age 18+
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$40.00
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FREE Single Circuit Fun Run (10 & Under)
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
10 years old and younger only - participants must be able to finish one lap in under 20 minutes.
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