Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hamden, Connecticut
- Price $34.30 - $50.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the Abner Oakes III Veterans Run, a spirited 5K and 10K race taking place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in the beautiful town of Hamden, South Central Connecticut. This exciting event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a noble cause, with proceeds benefiting House of Heroes Connecticut. This remarkable organization is dedicated to honoring and serving our military and public safety veterans, providing them with no-cost home repairs to ensure they live comfortably in their own homes.
Participating in the Abner Oakes III Veterans Run is a meaningful way to pay tribute to our heroes while enjoying a fun-filled day with family and friends. As we celebrate the legacy of Navy Veteran Abner Oakes III, the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission, participants will have the chance to contribute to the ongoing mission of assisting veterans across the state. With well over 280 completed projects since 2012, your involvement will help make a difference in the lives of many. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this inspiring event that honors service, sacrifice, and community spirit!
Participating in the Abner Oakes III Veterans Run is a meaningful way to pay tribute to our heroes while enjoying a fun-filled day with family and friends. As we celebrate the legacy of Navy Veteran Abner Oakes III, the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission, participants will have the chance to contribute to the ongoing mission of assisting veterans across the state. With well over 280 completed projects since 2012, your involvement will help make a difference in the lives of many. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this inspiring event that honors service, sacrifice, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Proceeds from this event will benefit the House of Heroes Connecticut.
The mission of House of Heroes Connecticut (HOHCT) is to recognize, honor and serve Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who have served our country faithfully and sacrificially. They do this by providing one day, no-cost home repairs through partnerships with and the generosity of individuals, civic organizations and corporations. They are committed to growing the organization and advancing the mission to the ever-increasing numbers of veterans both in Connecticut and nationwide.
The Connecticut Chapter has provided no-cost home repairs to 276 Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their surviving spouses since 2012. Projects have been completed in 73 cities and towns throughout Connecticut. The organization will hit 286 projects by the end of the year.
This event is dedicated to honor Abner Oakes III, a Navy Veteran and the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission. In 2010 Abner was inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame. Abner passed away May 29, 2021.
The mission of House of Heroes Connecticut (HOHCT) is to recognize, honor and serve Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who have served our country faithfully and sacrificially. They do this by providing one day, no-cost home repairs through partnerships with and the generosity of individuals, civic organizations and corporations. They are committed to growing the organization and advancing the mission to the ever-increasing numbers of veterans both in Connecticut and nationwide.
The Connecticut Chapter has provided no-cost home repairs to 276 Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their surviving spouses since 2012. Projects have been completed in 73 cities and towns throughout Connecticut. The organization will hit 286 projects by the end of the year.
This event is dedicated to honor Abner Oakes III, a Navy Veteran and the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission. In 2010 Abner was inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame. Abner passed away May 29, 2021.
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Farmington Canal Parking lot, Sherman ave, Hamden, 06514, CT, United States
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