Happy HalloWINE Run & Walk

  • Date Sun 26th October 2025
  • Time 4:45PM EDT
  • Location Stratford, Connecticut
  • Price Free - $38.10
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a spooktacular experience at the Happy HalloWINE Run & Walk on Sunday, October 26, 2025, in beautiful Stratford, Greater Bridgeport! This unique 5K event promises an afternoon filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic views along a scenic 3.11-mile course that boasts 80% direct water views. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll with your furry friend (on a leash, of course), this event welcomes all abilities.

Participants over 21 will be treated to delightful swag, including a special "A WINE of a KIND" shirt and two half-bottles of wine, while everyone can enjoy a post-run glass of beer and tasty snacks. With only 100 spots available, it’s best to secure your registration early to avoid missing out on the fun! The day kicks off with bib and shirt pickup at 4:00 PM, followed by a free kids dash and the main 5K event at 5:00 PM. Join us for this festive celebration that blends community spirit with a dash of Halloween cheer—it's an event you won't want to miss!

Organiser's Description

_JOIN US FOR OUR FOURTH ATTEMPT FOR A TRULY UNIQUE 5K EVENT ALONG THE SHORE IN STRATFORD. _



LAST YEAR IF YOU WAITED TO REGISTER WE WERE OUT OF SHIRTS AND WINE TWO DAYS BEFORE! _SO DONT WAIT! _

OTHERWISE WE CANNOT PROMISE YOU ANYTHING MORE THAN A FREE BEER! SORRY!



WE GO SHINE OR RAIN FOLKS. WE CANT POSTPONE, WE HAVE ONE DAY PERMITS AND I ALREADY BOUGHT 200 BOTTLES OF VINO!



LAST YEAR WE SOLD OUT!

THIS IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO ONE HUNDRED PEOPLE!

ALL ABILITIES ARE WELCOME TO RUN, WALK, OR STROLL. FOUR LEGGED MAMMALS ON LEASH ARE PERMITTED BUT YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN POOP BAGS.



WE ARE AGAIN HOSTED BY THE LITTLE PUB BEAUTIFULLY LOCATED IN THE LORDSHIP SECTION OF STRATFORD

THIS LATE AFTERNOON RUN/WALK WILL FEATURE TERRIFIC SWAG FOR THE 21 & OVER PARTICIPANTS.

(UNDER 21 CAN REGISTER AND ENJOY THE EVENT BUT WILL ONLY RECEIVE A NON-ALCOHOL BEVERAGE.)



OUR COURSE- _3.11 MILES OF SCENIC WONDER!_ 80% DIRECT WATER VIEWS, START/FINISH AND POST RUN FUN OVERLOOKING POINT NO POINT OPPOSITE THE SEAWALL
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THIS IDEA ALL STARTED WHEN WE SAW AN ADVERT FOR THE "TRUNK OR TREAT" HOSTED BY THE LITTLE PUB FOR THE LITTLE TYKES IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD. THEN WE FIGURED WHY NOT THE BIG TYKES?

AFTER WE DID SOME RESEARCH IT DIDN'T TAKE LONG TO REALIZE WE COULD TEAM UP AND CREATE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR SOME CASUAL FUN.



SO HERE IS WHAT WE CAME UP WITH:

THE FIRST 100 PEOPLE WILL RECEIVE-

'A WINE OF A KIND' SHIRT - MIGHT BE SHORT SLEEVE, MIGHT BE LS, YOU NEVER KNOW & NEITHER DO WE. I OFTEN USE VARIOUS SHIRTS WE HAVE IN STOCK.

(SIZE GUARANTEE BY MIDNIGHT 10/19, AFTER THAT- WHATEVER WE HAVE)



_TWO- HALF-BOTTLES OF WINE* (ONE WHITE, ONE RED)_

_ONE POST RUN GLASS OF A LITTLE PUB BEER*_



HAPPY HOUR-APPROPRIATE SNACKS LIKE PRETZEL BITES, GRANOLA BARS, BANANAS



* 21 & OVER ONLY

NOTE- Reg fee increases to $40 on 10/20



THE SUNDAY 10/26 AFTERNOON SCHEDULE

THE LITTLE PUB WILL BE OPEN WITH FOOD/DRINKS AND NON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES. COME ON DOWN EARLY. HANG OUT, WATCH A GAME OR RELAX ON THE SEAWALL/BEACH AREA.

4:00 PM BIB/SHIRT/SWAG PICKUP STARTS- NO SOONER!

4:45 PM FREE KIDS DASH- JUST 150 YARDS OR SO, COSTUMES ENCOURAGED, AGES 9 & UNDER PLEASE.

DIRECTED BY DONNA CRAMOND, THE QUEEN OF KIDS, AND SEMI-PROFESSIONAL CAT HERDER!



5:00 PM- HALLOWINE 5K RUN, WALK, SAUNTER- START



TENTATIVE POST RUN/WALK STUFF: SNACKS, FLUIDS, FUN



AT LEAST ONE FREE BEER FOR EVERYONE 21 & OVER





THIS IS STILL A WORK IN PROGRESS AND WE ARE ADDING MORE BY THE DAY!



RESULTS- AS OF NOW THIS IS A 'TIMED' EVENT AND WE WILL POST RESULTS ONLINE. _THANKS TO JIM GERWECK OUR #1 TIMER OF ALL THINGS LORDSHIP. _



AWARDS- WITH ALL THAT SWAG WE MAY NOT HAVE OVERALL OR AGE GROUP AWARDS-

BUT YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT WE MIGHT COME UP WITH AT THE LAST MINUTE! TEMU IS OUR GOTO CRAZY AWARD VENUE!



A HUGE SHOUT OUT AND THANKS TO THE LITTLE PUB RESTAURANT IN LORDSHIP!

THEY HAVE BEEN TRULY SUPPORTIVE OF EVERY RUNNING EVENT IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD SO PLEASE THANK THEM, STICK AROUND- HAVE A BITE TO EAT AND HAVE SOME FUN.

BRING THE FAMILY AND TELL YOUR FRIENDS.



REMEMBER THIS IS LIMITED TO ONE HUNDRED HUMANS

_(CUTE, WELL-BEHAVED ALTERNATIVE MAMMALS ON LEASH ARE OK) _



_EVENT DIRECTOR- MARTY SCHAIVONE, OWNER OF MS RUNNING PRODUCTIONS IS A LORDSHIP RESIDENT. MSRP DIRECTS OVER 30 RUNNING EVENTS EACH YEAR IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY. MANY OF THEM WITH CRAZY THEMES, ESPECIALLY THE SEVEN THAT LITTLE PUB HOSTS. _



THANKS TO DOUG GRABE & JILLIAN AND LITTLE PUB THEY HAVE TEAMED UP TO HOST A VARIETY OF BOUTIQUE RUNNING EVENTS THE LAST THREE YEARS. WATCH FOR MORE INCLUDING THE HOLIDAY RUN IN DECEMBER



THANKS TO OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEER CREW USUALLY CONTAINING DONNA CRAMOND, ANDREA WILLIAMSON, CHRIS OGREN, RONNIE BEHRINGER, SHERRY DUFF AND JOE PUOPOLO. WITHOUT THEM NONE OF THIS HAPPENS.



RUNNING EVENTS NEED VOLUNTEERS! GIVE UP ONE DAY A YEAR AND HELP SOMEONE!



PARKING IN THE LP LOT, ALONG THE SEA WALL, & ON SIDE STREETS. PLEASE DON'T BLOCK DRIVEWAYS. WE WANT OUR NEIGHBORS HAPPY.

Races

  • Happy HalloWINE 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & a Unique T-Shirt

    Sun 26th October 2025 (5:00PM EDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS 26 SEP
    A very flat and scenic out and back along the coast in the Lordship section of Stratford. The course is measured for running on the left side of the road- facing traffic. It's a state law! Stay Safe!
  • Happy HalloWINE Kids Dash

    Sun 26th October 2025 (4:45PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 19 SEP
    A scamper for the little tykes age 9 & under. Costumes encouraged! Accompanied by adults ok if it helps avoid drama

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10 Washington Parkway, Stratford, 06615, CT, United States

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