Daffodil Dash 5K
- Date Sun 27th April 2025
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Meriden, Connecticut
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Daffodil Dash 5K and Kids Fun Run on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in the picturesque town of Meriden, South Central Connecticut! This exciting event will take place at Hubbard Park, where participants can enjoy a USATF Certified Course that features a scenic out-and-back route along the beautiful Merimere Reservoir. The day kicks off with check-in at 7:45 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:45 AM and the main 5K race starting at 9:00 AM.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun family activity, the Daffodil Dash has something for everyone! Join your community and support local causes while enjoying the great outdoors. Registration fees for the 5K are affordable, starting at just $20, with free entry for kids in the Fun Run. Participants can also look forward to awards for the top finishers in various age categories, plus all Kids Fun Run participants will receive certificates. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of health and community spirit!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun family activity, the Daffodil Dash has something for everyone! Join your community and support local causes while enjoying the great outdoors. Registration fees for the 5K are affordable, starting at just $20, with free entry for kids in the Fun Run. Participants can also look forward to awards for the top finishers in various age categories, plus all Kids Fun Run participants will receive certificates. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of health and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Join us on SUNDAY APRIL 27, 2025 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 April 1st): $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 April 1st): $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
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 27th April 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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