Fischang-Cicchetti Memorial Road Race

  • Date Sun 23rd November 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Waterbury, Connecticut
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5 Mile, 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Fischang-Cicchetti Memorial Road Race, taking place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, in the vibrant city of Waterbury, located in the beautiful Naugatuck Valley. This beloved pre-Thanksgiving event features both a 5-mile and a 5K race, making it the perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to participate in a fun and festive atmosphere. With a history spanning over 50 years, this race has become a cherished tradition for the local community and runners across Connecticut.

Participants are encouraged to register early, as the first 200 registrants will receive exclusive short sleeve t-shirts! Pre-race packet pick-up will be available at the Greater Waterbury YMCA, making it easy for you to prepare for the big day. On race morning, check-in will also be available for those who prefer to grab their packets last minute. While there won't be assigned start waves this year, runners are invited to position themselves according to speed for a smooth experience. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and competition, complete with awards for the top finishers in each category. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just looking to enjoy a

Organiser's Description

Come join us for this year's Fischang-Cicchetti Memorial Road Race - a 5-mile and 5K pre-Thanksgiving Sunday-morning classic favorite of runners all over Connecticut, taking over the streets of Waterbury.

We are so excited to be holding this race again in 2025. We will have both the 5 mile and 5K distance options. Please register online, and register early! The first 200 registrants will be receiving short sleeve t-shirts. Pre-race packet pick-up will be strongly recommended and can be done at the Front Desk of the Greater Waterbury YMCA on Friday November 21 from 5-7pm or Saturday November 22 from 11am-3pm. Race morning check-in will be available for those who are unable to pick up on Friday or Saturday.

We will not be assigning start waves this year, so you will not need to provide an estimated race time when you register. We will encourage you to line up according to speed, with faster runners towards the front, and slower runners and walkers towards the back. CLICK HERE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/3466637521] to view this year's course map. 5K runners will have a turnaround along the same route.

There will be awards for top 3 male & female overall, and top 3 male & female in each division (no cash prizes this year) for the 5K and the 5 Mile, presented after the race.

We hope to see you on November 23, 2025 for the 51st consecutive running of the Fischang-Cicchetti Memorial Road Race!

Registration fees are non-refundable. The race will be held rain, shine, or snow as it has been for the past 50 years! Race-day registration will be available but it is very much appreciated if you register in advance.

Races

  • 5 Mile

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $32.80

    The traditional 5-Miler that has a little bit of everything...flats, uphills, downhills, sunshine, shade, classic views of the city...
  • 5k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $32.80

    5K runners/walkers do an out and back run on the same course as the 5 Mile event.

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Location

136 West Main Street, Waterbury, 06702, CT, United States

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