Be Happy Road Race
- Date Sun 30th August 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Ellington, Connecticut
- Price $20.00 - $80.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 8th Annual Be Happy Road Race on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in the picturesque town of Ellington, Connecticut! This vibrant event promises an exhilarating day of fun and fitness, offering race distances of 1K, 5K, and 10K, all designed to support a meaningful cause. With a rich history of raising over $125,000 for The Lindsay's Legacy Foundation, every registration fee will directly contribute to vital cancer research at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center.
Participants can expect exciting new courses that wind through the scenic Dunn & Foster Farm, featuring rolling hills and stunning views of the historic Ellington farmland and lush golf courses. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, there’s something for everyone, including cash prizes for the top finishers and age division awards. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join this inspiring community event that not only promotes health and wellness but also contributes to life-saving advancements in cancer treatment. Sign up today and be part of a positive change!
Participants can expect exciting new courses that wind through the scenic Dunn & Foster Farm, featuring rolling hills and stunning views of the historic Ellington farmland and lush golf courses. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, there’s something for everyone, including cash prizes for the top finishers and age division awards. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join this inspiring community event that not only promotes health and wellness but also contributes to life-saving advancements in cancer treatment. Sign up today and be part of a positive change!
Organiser's Description
Join Team Be Happy & Lindsay's Legacy Foundation [https://lindsayslegacyfoundation.org/] for the 8TH Annual running of the Be Happy Road Race. We're so excited to announce we're moving to Ellington, CT!!!!
To date we have raised and donated over $125,000 to The Lindsay's Legacy Foundation Fund to support clinical trial research. All donations made support Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Centers mission to pursue the latest advances in cancer research. With your help we hope to continue to support these programs. One hundred percent (100%) of participant registration fees are donated to this research which enables innovative cancer treatments and therapies to be made available as impactful as possible to patients at Smilow Cancer Hospital who have been given a devastating diagnosis.
We have exciting new Ellington courses!
Our 1K fun runners will run on a private gravel path within the farm property. _Race starts at 7:30_
Both the 5K &10K, start and finish on the beautiful Dunn & Foster Farm. The 5K and 10K races split at the intersection of Middle and Abbott Roads, the 5K will make its way around the historic Ellington farm land and lush Ellington Ridge golf course before turning back onto Abbott Road and downhill to the finish. The 10K will extend north up Abbott Road turning west and winding through more of the gorgeous open landscape before turning back onto Middle Road and completing the same turns around the golf course as the 5K.
Both courses have minor rolling hills and one climb, Standish Rd - also known as the "Standish Up" Strava segment. This little segment is 0.5 miles long and has an elevation gain of 81ft...reach the top of the Strava leader board and you're in for an extra prize!!!
_Course maps can be found on the race home page, they are subject to change at the discretion of the town of Ellington and local police for safety. Races start at 8:00am_
We are excited to announce that prize money continues in 2026!!! We will be awarding sponsor provided cash money to the top 3 overall male and female finishers for the in-person 5K and the 10K. (Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Male 1st, 2nd, 3rd) You can only participate in one event.
These races will be chip timed with cash prizes awarded to first, second, and third male and female overall winners. Divisional awards will also be given to the male and female winners of each division of both races (Age divisions up to 1-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+), no double dipping.
You can also register for one of 3 virtual events! Run a 5K - 3.12 miles, a 10K - 6.24 miles, or our Race for Hope Challenge, which includes a 5K, 10K, and 1/2 marathon or 22.46 miles. All virtual events begin on August 26, 2025, you can run your miles at home on a treadmill or out in the streets of your choice then use the provided link to upload your results. (Those participating in our virtual events will have their race packets mailed to them after registration closes on race day.)
ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY FRIDAY AUGUST 14TH, WILL HAVE THEIR BIBS MAILED TO THEM. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR MAILING ADDRESS IS CORRECT IN YOUR EVENT REGISTRATION. EMAIL THE RACE IF YOU NEED TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT. ALL OTHER RACE BIBS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH (TIME AND LOCATION TBD), OR ON RACE DAY AT THE START LOCATION BEGINNING AT 6:30AM.
To date we have raised and donated over $125,000 to The Lindsay's Legacy Foundation Fund to support clinical trial research. All donations made support Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Centers mission to pursue the latest advances in cancer research. With your help we hope to continue to support these programs. One hundred percent (100%) of participant registration fees are donated to this research which enables innovative cancer treatments and therapies to be made available as impactful as possible to patients at Smilow Cancer Hospital who have been given a devastating diagnosis.
We have exciting new Ellington courses!
Our 1K fun runners will run on a private gravel path within the farm property. _Race starts at 7:30_
Both the 5K &10K, start and finish on the beautiful Dunn & Foster Farm. The 5K and 10K races split at the intersection of Middle and Abbott Roads, the 5K will make its way around the historic Ellington farm land and lush Ellington Ridge golf course before turning back onto Abbott Road and downhill to the finish. The 10K will extend north up Abbott Road turning west and winding through more of the gorgeous open landscape before turning back onto Middle Road and completing the same turns around the golf course as the 5K.
Both courses have minor rolling hills and one climb, Standish Rd - also known as the "Standish Up" Strava segment. This little segment is 0.5 miles long and has an elevation gain of 81ft...reach the top of the Strava leader board and you're in for an extra prize!!!
_Course maps can be found on the race home page, they are subject to change at the discretion of the town of Ellington and local police for safety. Races start at 8:00am_
We are excited to announce that prize money continues in 2026!!! We will be awarding sponsor provided cash money to the top 3 overall male and female finishers for the in-person 5K and the 10K. (Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Male 1st, 2nd, 3rd) You can only participate in one event.
These races will be chip timed with cash prizes awarded to first, second, and third male and female overall winners. Divisional awards will also be given to the male and female winners of each division of both races (Age divisions up to 1-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+), no double dipping.
You can also register for one of 3 virtual events! Run a 5K - 3.12 miles, a 10K - 6.24 miles, or our Race for Hope Challenge, which includes a 5K, 10K, and 1/2 marathon or 22.46 miles. All virtual events begin on August 26, 2025, you can run your miles at home on a treadmill or out in the streets of your choice then use the provided link to upload your results. (Those participating in our virtual events will have their race packets mailed to them after registration closes on race day.)
ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY FRIDAY AUGUST 14TH, WILL HAVE THEIR BIBS MAILED TO THEM. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR MAILING ADDRESS IS CORRECT IN YOUR EVENT REGISTRATION. EMAIL THE RACE IF YOU NEED TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT. ALL OTHER RACE BIBS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH (TIME AND LOCATION TBD), OR ON RACE DAY AT THE START LOCATION BEGINNING AT 6:30AM.
Races
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Kid Fun Run 1K - LIVE in PERSON
Sun 30th August 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$20.00
Course details coming soon. -
5k Run/Walk - Live in Person
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$35.00
Course details coming soon. -
10k Run - Live in Person
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$45.00
Course details coming soon. -
Virtual 5K Run
Incl. T-Shirt
$40.00
Virtual runs are just like traditional races with community and fun, but you can run, walk or hike your race wherever you want with whomever you want. You can even finish on a treadmill! Just submit your time via email after the live event and we will post your results. -
Virtual 10K Run
Incl. T-Shirt
$50.00
Virtual runs are just like traditional races with community and fun, but you can run, walk or hike your race wherever you want with whomever you want. You can even finish on a treadmill! Just submit your time via email after the live event and we will post your results. -
Race for Hope Virtual Challenge
Incl. T-Shirt
$80.00
Virtual runs are just like traditional races with community and fun, but you can run, walk or hike your race wherever you want with whomever you want. You can even finish on a treadmill! Just submit your time via email after the live event and we will post your results.
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