Go the Extra Mile Run
Saturday, October 7, 2023
Past event
9:30 AM EDT
West Hartford, Connecticut
$27.50 · 1 race
1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Go the Extra Mile Run on Saturday, October 7th, 2023, in beautiful West Hartford, Capitol! This exciting event invites participants of all ages and abilities to test their speed in a thrilling mile race. The course begins at the corner of Park Road and Quaker Lane, leading runners down Park Road to a turnaround at Fairlawn Street before racing back to the start. The top male and female finishers will earn the prestigious titles of King & Queen of Park Road and get to ride in the parade, making this not just a race, but a celebration!
In addition to the competitive spirit, all registered participants will enjoy a delicious post-run pancake buffet hosted by AC Petersen Farms and Victus Coffee, along with a chance to win fantastic gift certificates from local businesses. With prizes for the top finishers in each 10-year age division, including fresh roasted coffee packages or medals, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, celebrate, and support the Park Road Parade. Grab your running shoes, bring your family, and be part of this vibrant community event!
In addition to the competitive spirit, all registered participants will enjoy a delicious post-run pancake buffet hosted by AC Petersen Farms and Victus Coffee, along with a chance to win fantastic gift certificates from local businesses. With prizes for the top finishers in each 10-year age division, including fresh roasted coffee packages or medals, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, celebrate, and support the Park Road Parade. Grab your running shoes, bring your family, and be part of this vibrant community event!
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GO the Extra Mile Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee &
Entries closed9:30 AM EDT
$27.50
Organiser's description
How fast can you run a mile? Find out by running the inaugural Go the Extra Mile Road Race and help kick off the Park Road Parade!
The out and back race begins at the corner of Park Road and Quaker Lane (near Halls Market). Runners will cruise down Park Road to the turnaround at Fairlawn Street and race back to the start. The overall male and female winners will be crowned King & Queen of Park Road and get to ride in the parade!
The top 3 finishers in each 10-year age division win your choice of a special package of fresh roasted coffee from Victus Coffee or a medal and all registered participants will enjoy a post-run pancake buffet hosted by AC Petersen Farms restaurant & Victus Coffee and be entered to win one of many gift certificates donated by various Park Road businesses and restaurants.
Special thanks to our title sponsor, Go Agency http://www.go-agency.com, and our food/drink sponsors Victus Coffee https://victuscoffee.com and AC Petersen Farms https://www.acpetersenfarms.com. Because of their generous support all proceeds from the race will be donated to the Park Road Parade to ensure we can run again next year!
This run is open to runners of all ages and abilities. Baby strollers are welcomed, but please leave your dogs at home.
The out and back race begins at the corner of Park Road and Quaker Lane (near Halls Market). Runners will cruise down Park Road to the turnaround at Fairlawn Street and race back to the start. The overall male and female winners will be crowned King & Queen of Park Road and get to ride in the parade!
The top 3 finishers in each 10-year age division win your choice of a special package of fresh roasted coffee from Victus Coffee or a medal and all registered participants will enjoy a post-run pancake buffet hosted by AC Petersen Farms restaurant & Victus Coffee and be entered to win one of many gift certificates donated by various Park Road businesses and restaurants.
Special thanks to our title sponsor, Go Agency http://www.go-agency.com, and our food/drink sponsors Victus Coffee https://victuscoffee.com and AC Petersen Farms https://www.acpetersenfarms.com. Because of their generous support all proceeds from the race will be donated to the Park Road Parade to ensure we can run again next year!
This run is open to runners of all ages and abilities. Baby strollers are welcomed, but please leave your dogs at home.
Location
331 Park Road, West Hartford, 06119, CT, United States
Go the Extra Mile Run
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