Daffodil Dash 5K
- Date Sun 26th April 2026
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Meriden, Connecticut
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Daffodil Dash 5K on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in beautiful Meriden, South Central Connecticut! This vibrant event features a USATF certified 5K course that winds along the scenic Merimere Reservoir, perfect for runners of all skill levels. The day kicks off with check-in at 7:45 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run starting at 8:45 AM and the thrilling 5K race commencing at 9:00 AM.
Participants will be supporting community causes through the Meriden Parks & Recreation and the Meriden Running Club, making every step count! Entry fees for the 5K are $20 if registered by March 31, $25 from April 1 to 23, and $30 after that, while the Kids Fun Run is completely free! Runners will have a chance to earn awards in various age categories, and all kids participating in the Fun Run will receive certificates. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this uplifting community event that promises a great time for families and fitness enthusiasts alike!
Participants will be supporting community causes through the Meriden Parks & Recreation and the Meriden Running Club, making every step count! Entry fees for the 5K are $20 if registered by March 31, $25 from April 1 to 23, and $30 after that, while the Kids Fun Run is completely free! Runners will have a chance to earn awards in various age categories, and all kids participating in the Fun Run will receive certificates. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this uplifting community event that promises a great time for families and fitness enthusiasts alike!
Organiser's Description
Join us on SUNDAY APRIL 26, 2026 for the DAFFODIL DASH 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN!
Proceeds go to all the great community causes the Meriden Parks & Recreation [https://www.meridenct.gov/city-services/parks-and-recreation/] and Meriden Running Club [https://www.meridenrunningclub.com/] support!
RACE LOCATION / COURSE
* Hubbard Park, 999 West Main St, Meriden, CT
* USATF Certified Course ( Out and Back along the beautiful Merimere Reservoir)
* Parking is located in the park and around Mirror Lake.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* Check-In Opens: 7:45 am (Located in the main parking lot, near the playscape, under the big white festival tent!)
* Kids Fun Run start: 8:45 am
* 5K start: 9:00 am
* Award Ceremony to Conclude
RACE NOTES:
* 2025 Daffodil Dash Performance T-Shirts will be available for sale for $10 on race day while supplies last!
* KIDS FUN RUN COURSE INFO:
* Kids Fun Run begins at the 5k starting line, turning left and running along Mirror Lake Drive. The route passes the large parking lot and playscape areas and turns left onto Reservoir Ave, finishing back where the participants started.
* Total distance: 4/10ths of a mile
* Please note, all kids are welcome to join! Parents are allowed to run, jog, walk with their children!
ENTRY FEES
* 5K (through March 31st): $20
* 5K(April 1st - 23rd): $25
* 5K (thereafter): $30
* Kids Fun Run: Free
* Registration is open until 8:45am on Race Day!
AWARDS
* Top 3 Overall Male & Female
* Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female
* 19 - Under
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 -69
* 70 +
Kids Fun Run Participants will receive certificates!
Proceeds go to all the great community causes the Meriden Parks & Recreation [https://www.meridenct.gov/city-services/parks-and-recreation/] and Meriden Running Club [https://www.meridenrunningclub.com/] support!
RACE LOCATION / COURSE
* Hubbard Park, 999 West Main St, Meriden, CT
* USATF Certified Course ( Out and Back along the beautiful Merimere Reservoir)
* Parking is located in the park and around Mirror Lake.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* Check-In Opens: 7:45 am (Located in the main parking lot, near the playscape, under the big white festival tent!)
* Kids Fun Run start: 8:45 am
* 5K start: 9:00 am
* Award Ceremony to Conclude
RACE NOTES:
* 2025 Daffodil Dash Performance T-Shirts will be available for sale for $10 on race day while supplies last!
* KIDS FUN RUN COURSE INFO:
* Kids Fun Run begins at the 5k starting line, turning left and running along Mirror Lake Drive. The route passes the large parking lot and playscape areas and turns left onto Reservoir Ave, finishing back where the participants started.
* Total distance: 4/10ths of a mile
* Please note, all kids are welcome to join! Parents are allowed to run, jog, walk with their children!
ENTRY FEES
* 5K (through March 31st): $20
* 5K(April 1st - 23rd): $25
* 5K (thereafter): $30
* Kids Fun Run: Free
* Registration is open until 8:45am on Race Day!
AWARDS
* Top 3 Overall Male & Female
* Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female
* 19 - Under
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 -69
* 70 +
Kids Fun Run Participants will receive certificates!
Races
-
5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 26th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 02 MAR -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 26th April 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 02 MAR
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