Fishbein / YMCA Community Road Race
- Date Sun 3rd October 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Wallingford, Connecticut
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Fishbein/YMCA Community Road Race on Sunday, October 3, 2027, in the vibrant town of Wallingford, South Central Connecticut! This beloved annual event, now nearly 50 years strong, brings the community together for a day filled with fun, fitness, and camaraderie. Participants can choose from several race options, including a 5K run for adults, a 1-mile youth race for those under 14, and a Healthy Living 1K Walk for all ages. The 5K race kicks off at 9:10 AM, following the Youth Race and Healthy Living Walk at 9:00 AM.
Registration is easy and only available online until 8:30 AM on race day, so be sure to secure your spot early! The entry fees are designed to be accessible, with a $30 fee for adults in the 5K, while participants under 19 can join for just $5. The first 200 registrants for the 5K will receive a race shirt, and there are awards for the top finishers in various categories, ensuring plenty of recognition for all achievements. Don’t miss this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a fantastic day of community
Registration is easy and only available online until 8:30 AM on race day, so be sure to secure your spot early! The entry fees are designed to be accessible, with a $30 fee for adults in the 5K, while participants under 19 can join for just $5. The first 200 registrants for the 5K will receive a race shirt, and there are awards for the top finishers in various categories, ensuring plenty of recognition for all achievements. Don’t miss this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a fantastic day of community
Organiser's Description
Almost 50 years ago, Johanna Manfreda Fishbein started a tradition in Wallingford that would grow and change significantly over the years, bringing organizations throughout the town together to collaborate in an effort to support residents in need.
The Wallingford Family YMCA is proud to continue this tradition as host of the annual Fishbein/YMCA Community Road Race on Sunday, October 4 in collaboration with Celebrate Wallingford.
Hope to see you there!
NOTE: Registration for this event is only available online and will remain open until 8:30AM on race day. Once you have registered, your race bib may be collected at advance packet pickup or on race morning. On Race Day, please allow plenty of time to park, check in and be ready to run at 9:00AM
ENTRY FEES
* 5K Race - 19+ Yrs - $30 before Jan 1, $35 from Jan 1-Oct 1, thereafter $40
* Race shirt included for first 200 participants - sizes by availability
* 5K Race - Under 19 - $5 (No shirt provided)
* 1 Mile Youth Race - Under 14 (Parents, Guardians & Teachers are welcome too!) - $5
* Healthy Living 1K Walk - $10 (FREE for LiveSTRONG at the Y participants)
* Walk shirt included for first 100 walkers - sizes by availability
* NOTE:
* Reduced 5K entry fee for under 19 will be shown at the checkout.
* Shirts will be available to purchase the day of the race for $10, if available.
EVENT SCHEDULE
* Race Day Check In Opens at 7:00AM
* Youth Race & Healthy Living Walk Start - 9:00AM
* 5K Run Start - 9:10AM
AWARDS
* Awards will be given to top three overall M/F 5K Race winners
* Top three finishers in each 5K Race age category
* 1-9 yrs
* 10-14 yrs
* 15-19 yrs
* 20-29 yrs
* 30-39 yrs
* 40-49 yrs
* 50-59 yrs
* 60-69 yrs
* 70-79 yrs
* 80+ yrs
The Wallingford Family YMCA is proud to continue this tradition as host of the annual Fishbein/YMCA Community Road Race on Sunday, October 4 in collaboration with Celebrate Wallingford.
Hope to see you there!
NOTE: Registration for this event is only available online and will remain open until 8:30AM on race day. Once you have registered, your race bib may be collected at advance packet pickup or on race morning. On Race Day, please allow plenty of time to park, check in and be ready to run at 9:00AM
ENTRY FEES
* 5K Race - 19+ Yrs - $30 before Jan 1, $35 from Jan 1-Oct 1, thereafter $40
* Race shirt included for first 200 participants - sizes by availability
* 5K Race - Under 19 - $5 (No shirt provided)
* 1 Mile Youth Race - Under 14 (Parents, Guardians & Teachers are welcome too!) - $5
* Healthy Living 1K Walk - $10 (FREE for LiveSTRONG at the Y participants)
* Walk shirt included for first 100 walkers - sizes by availability
* NOTE:
* Reduced 5K entry fee for under 19 will be shown at the checkout.
* Shirts will be available to purchase the day of the race for $10, if available.
EVENT SCHEDULE
* Race Day Check In Opens at 7:00AM
* Youth Race & Healthy Living Walk Start - 9:00AM
* 5K Run Start - 9:10AM
AWARDS
* Awards will be given to top three overall M/F 5K Race winners
* Top three finishers in each 5K Race age category
* 1-9 yrs
* 10-14 yrs
* 15-19 yrs
* 20-29 yrs
* 30-39 yrs
* 40-49 yrs
* 50-59 yrs
* 60-69 yrs
* 70-79 yrs
* 80+ yrs
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