6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location New Britain, Connecticut
- Price $33.30
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 6th Annual A.W. Stanley Park 5K in New Britain, Connecticut, on Saturday, June 13, 2026! This exciting event supports Special Olympics Connecticut and promises to be a memorable experience for participants and spectators alike. The event features a scenic 5K timed run, starting at 9:00 AM, along with a 1-mile untimed walk beginning at 9:15 AM. Runners will enjoy a beautiful route with gentle rolling hills, ensuring an enjoyable challenge for all skill levels.
Participants will receive a stylish T-shirt, and medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in various age groups for the in-person race. Plus, this year introduces a virtual option for those who can't attend in person but still want to contribute to a great cause. With free parking available and a variety of vendors on-site, there's something for everyone! Secure your spot today for just $30 and join us in making a difference while having a blast!
Participants will receive a stylish T-shirt, and medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in various age groups for the in-person race. Plus, this year introduces a virtual option for those who can't attend in person but still want to contribute to a great cause. With free parking available and a variety of vendors on-site, there's something for everyone! Secure your spot today for just $30 and join us in making a difference while having a blast!
Organiser's Description
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR 6TH ANNUAL A.W. STANLEY PARK 5K TO BENEFIT SPECIAL OLYMPICS CONNECTICUT! EACH YEAR THE EVENT HAS MORE AND MORE RUNNERS. THIS YEAR, MEDALS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE TOP 3 FINISHERS IN VARIOUS AGE GROUPS FOR IN PERSON PARTICIPANTS.
THE RACE IS A SCENIC AND ENJOYABLE ROUTE WITH SOME ROLLING HILLS. IT BEGINS AND ENDS AT THE SAME LOCATION! THE RACE IS CONTAINED WITHIN THE PARK WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A BRIEF LEG ON THE SIDEWALK ALONG STANLEY STREET TO ACCOMMODATE MORE RUNNERS SAFELY! A T-SHIRT IS INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FOR IN PERSON PARTICIPANTS, SIZES FROM YOUTH SMALL ALL THE WAY TO ADULT XL. BATHROOMS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON SITE.
NEW THIS YEAR! VIRTUAL OPTIONS! CAN'T MAKE THE EVENT BUT WANT TO RAISE MONEY FOR AN AWESOME ORGANIZATION? CHOOSE A VIRTUAL RACE AND UPLOAD YOUR RESULTS!
COME CHECK OUT THE AWESOME VENDORS WE WILL HAVE AS WELL! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BE COMING A SPONSOR OR VENDOR FOR THE RACE, PLEASE REACH OUT TO MATTHEW.BUTKIEWICZ@NEWBRITAINCT.GOV OR DAVID.MCDERMOTT@NEWBRITAINCT.GOV FOR INFORMATION.
RACE START TIME:
* 9:00 AM 5K TIMED RUN (TIMING BY IRUNCT)
* 9:15 AM 1 MILE UNTIMED WALK
Cost: $30 for individual 5K run/ 1 Mile Walk registrations.
AS ALWAYS, THERE WILL BE FREE PARKING IN AND AROUND THE PARK. STAY TUNED FOR INFORMATION ON IMPORTANT DATES AND TIMES!
THE RACE IS A SCENIC AND ENJOYABLE ROUTE WITH SOME ROLLING HILLS. IT BEGINS AND ENDS AT THE SAME LOCATION! THE RACE IS CONTAINED WITHIN THE PARK WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A BRIEF LEG ON THE SIDEWALK ALONG STANLEY STREET TO ACCOMMODATE MORE RUNNERS SAFELY! A T-SHIRT IS INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FOR IN PERSON PARTICIPANTS, SIZES FROM YOUTH SMALL ALL THE WAY TO ADULT XL. BATHROOMS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON SITE.
NEW THIS YEAR! VIRTUAL OPTIONS! CAN'T MAKE THE EVENT BUT WANT TO RAISE MONEY FOR AN AWESOME ORGANIZATION? CHOOSE A VIRTUAL RACE AND UPLOAD YOUR RESULTS!
COME CHECK OUT THE AWESOME VENDORS WE WILL HAVE AS WELL! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BE COMING A SPONSOR OR VENDOR FOR THE RACE, PLEASE REACH OUT TO MATTHEW.BUTKIEWICZ@NEWBRITAINCT.GOV OR DAVID.MCDERMOTT@NEWBRITAINCT.GOV FOR INFORMATION.
RACE START TIME:
* 9:00 AM 5K TIMED RUN (TIMING BY IRUNCT)
* 9:15 AM 1 MILE UNTIMED WALK
Cost: $30 for individual 5K run/ 1 Mile Walk registrations.
AS ALWAYS, THERE WILL BE FREE PARKING IN AND AROUND THE PARK. STAY TUNED FOR INFORMATION ON IMPORTANT DATES AND TIMES!
Races
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5K Run Timed
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.30
5k run is a timed event. -
1 Mile Walk Untimed
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$33.30
1 Mile walk is an untimed event. -
Virtual 1 Mile
Incl. $3.30 Fee
$33.30
Run a mile to support a great cause, and on your own time! -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.30 Fee
$33.30
Is a 5K the perfect distance? Do it virtually! At your own pace and on your own time! Use the map to run the AW Stanley Park race or run wherever you like! Make sure to upload your results! -
Virtual 10K
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Finisher Medal
$33.30
Feel like running the distance? Compete in the virtual 10K and share your results!
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2195 Stanley Street, A. W. Stanley Park, New Britain, 06053, CT, United States
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