FES PTO Chocolate Truffle Shuffle 5K Trail Run
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location North Franklin, Connecticut
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the FES PTO Chocolate Truffle Shuffle 5K Trail Run on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in beautiful North Franklin, Southeastern Connecticut! This delightful event, coinciding with National Truffle Day, invites participants of all ages to enjoy the scenic trails of Giddings Park. Join the fun at 9:00 AM for the "Mini Chocolate Chip" 800-meter fun run designed especially for kids 12 and under, followed by the exciting 5K Trail Run kicking off at 9:30 AM.
The 5K course features three loops around the park's picturesque trails, complete with a thrilling hill challenge and a total elevation gain of 235 feet. Every finisher will take home a custom-designed medal, and awards will be presented to the top male and female overall finishers, along with prizes for age division winners. Don't miss your chance to register by April 17, 2026, to secure early bird pricing of just $30 for the 5K, with day-of registration available. Join us at Giddings Park, located at 191 Pond Road, for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit—all while supporting the
The 5K course features three loops around the park's picturesque trails, complete with a thrilling hill challenge and a total elevation gain of 235 feet. Every finisher will take home a custom-designed medal, and awards will be presented to the top male and female overall finishers, along with prizes for age division winners. Don't miss your chance to register by April 17, 2026, to secure early bird pricing of just $30 for the 5K, with day-of registration available. Join us at Giddings Park, located at 191 Pond Road, for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit—all while supporting the
Organiser's Description
Come run/walk/jog the 'sweet' trails of Giddings Park in Franklin, CT on 5/2, National Truffle Day! This chocolate truffle themed 5K race is open to all ages. (Dogs are welcome!) In addition to the all ages race, there will also be a "Mini Chocolate Chip" 800 meter (.5 mile) fun run for kids 12 and under. The kids fun run will start at 9:00am with the 5K Trail Run following at 9:30am. Bib pick up will be on race day only and is located at Giddings Park from 7:45am to 9:00am. Same day registration is available; credit card only. All 5K finishers receive a custom designed medal.
Register by 4/17/26 for early bird pricing of $30 for the 5K. After 4/17/26, price increases to $35.
5K course is three loops around the trails of Giddings Park with one large hill each loop. Total elevation gain is 235ft.
Awards for Overall Male and Female finishers. Additionally, prizes will be awarded for male and female age division winners.
Bib pick up and race location: 191 Pond Road, North Franklin, CT. Sponsored by the Franklin Elementary School PTO, Inc. All funds raised will support FES PTO's efforts for PTO-sponsored programs at Franklin Elementary School.
The 5K will be chip timed by The EMPIRE Timing Co.
Register by 4/17/26 for early bird pricing of $30 for the 5K. After 4/17/26, price increases to $35.
5K course is three loops around the trails of Giddings Park with one large hill each loop. Total elevation gain is 235ft.
Awards for Overall Male and Female finishers. Additionally, prizes will be awarded for male and female age division winners.
Bib pick up and race location: 191 Pond Road, North Franklin, CT. Sponsored by the Franklin Elementary School PTO, Inc. All funds raised will support FES PTO's efforts for PTO-sponsored programs at Franklin Elementary School.
The 5K will be chip timed by The EMPIRE Timing Co.
Races
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FES PTO Chocolate Truffle Shuffle 5K Trail Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
'Mini Chocolate Chip' 800m Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$16.90
CLOSED
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