IRIS Run for Refugees

  • Date Sun 8th February 2026
  • Time 12:00PM EST
  • Location New Haven, Connecticut
  • Price $31.01 - $36.23
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the IRIS Run for Refugees happening on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8th, 2026, in the vibrant city of New Haven, South Central Connecticut! This exciting event invites participants to take on a flat 5K run or walk through the picturesque East Rock neighborhood. Whether you choose to join us in person or opt for the virtual option, you can run, walk, or bike a 5K anywhere you like, making it accessible for everyone.

This year, go the extra mile for refugees by creating an individual or team fundraiser to support IRIS' essential services for immigrants, including housing, healthcare, job placement, and education. With over 3,000 refugees, asylum seekers, and undocumented immigrants welcomed in 2025, your participation will make a meaningful impact in helping newcomers feel at home. Each registration includes a stylish long-sleeve tech shirt or a black short-sleeve shirt, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't forget to tag us in your photos and videos, and you might just be featured on our social media! Join us to make a difference on this unforgettable day!

Organiser's Description

RUN/WALK IN PERSON: Join us on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8th, for a flat 5K run/walk through New Haven's East Rock neighborhood.

VIRTUAL OPTION: If you can't join us in-person, run, walk, or bike a 5k in your neighborhood, on your treadmill, or wherever you like.

GO THE EXTRA MILE FOR REFUGEES: Create an individual or team fundraiser to support IRIS' services to help immigrants with housing, healthcare, job placement, education, and more. We welcomed over 3,000 refugees, asylum seekers, and undocumented immigrants in 2025. Sign up to help us welcome more newcomers in 2026!

Registration includes a white long-sleeve tech shirt or black short-sleeve shirt which will be given away on a first-come, first-serve basis. We want to see you rock your Run for Refugees gear across Connecticut and the country! _TAG US IN YOUR PHOTOS AND VIDEOS AND WELL FEATURE YOU ON SOCIAL MEDIA. _

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.23 Fee & Shirt

    Sun 8th February 2026 (12:00PM EST)

    $36.23

  • 5K Student

    Incl. $2.01 Fee & Shirt

    Sun 8th February 2026 (12:00PM EST)

    $31.01

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $2.23 Fee & Shirt

    $36.23

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Location

Wilbur Cross High School, 181 Mitchell Drive, New Haven, 06511, CT, United States

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