LivFree Boos & Brews 5k
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Newtown, Connecticut
$38.10–$48.70 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the Second Annual LivFree Boos & Brews 5K on Sunday, October 27, 2024! Taking place at the beautiful Fairfield Hills Campus in Newtown, Western Connecticut, this Halloween-themed event kicks off at 10 AM and features a USATF certified 5K course that winds through picturesque roads and paved trails. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome, including those with strollers and furry friends on short leashes.
This year, participants can also enjoy a festive Post-Race Halloween Party at NewSylum Brewing Company, just a stone's throw from the finish line, where the first 300 registered runners will be treated to free pizza and a complimentary beer (for those 21 and older). With registration options available for both those wishing to join the party and those who prefer to run and head home, the LivFree Boos & Brews 5K is a perfect way to support a great cause while celebrating the Halloween spirit. Join us in making a difference in the lives of families battling pediatric cancer and enjoy a day filled with joy, community, and some Halloween fun!
This year, participants can also enjoy a festive Post-Race Halloween Party at NewSylum Brewing Company, just a stone's throw from the finish line, where the first 300 registered runners will be treated to free pizza and a complimentary beer (for those 21 and older). With registration options available for both those wishing to join the party and those who prefer to run and head home, the LivFree Boos & Brews 5K is a perfect way to support a great cause while celebrating the Halloween spirit. Join us in making a difference in the lives of families battling pediatric cancer and enjoy a day filled with joy, community, and some Halloween fun!
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5k + Access to the NewSylum Post-Race Halloween Party
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
LIMITED TO 300 PARTICIPANTS! Get your registration fee refunded if you raise $200 through your fundraising page by 11:59pm the night before the race (10/26)!
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$48.70
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5k ONLY
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Get your registration fee refunded if you raise $200 through your fundraising page by 11:59pm the night before the race (10/26)!
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$38.10
Organiser's description
The Second Annual LIVFREE BOOS & BREWS 5K is a Halloween themed event that starts at 10am of Sunday, October 27th, 2024 at the Fairfield Hills Campus in Newtown, CT. Proceeds of the event will go to LivFree, whose mission is to bring moments of joy to families battling pediatric cancer. The event features a USATF certified 5k course that meanders through the roads and paved trails on this historic campus. Runners and walkers are welcome of all abilities (dogs and strollers too).
This year we are still throwing our Post-Race Halloween Party at NewSylum Brewing Company, just up the road from the finish line. This is limited to the first 300 runners to sign up. Note, only registered runners will be allowed into the post-race event. If you arent into partying, we would still love for you to come and run/ walk, we will even discount your registration a bit.
Check out details below for all the registration options:
* 5k Runner/ Walker AND Access to the NewSylum Post-Race Halloween Party at NewSylum Brewery (LIMITED TO 300 PARTICIPANTS)
* The Post-Race NewSylum Halloween Party will feature free pizza for participants, as well as one free beer (21+ participants only). Additionally, participants will receive a race t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by 10/13), race bib, and finishers prize.
* Cost of this is $40 - but if you raise $200, your registration will be refunded to you!
* NOTE - You are not required to fundraise, but we would love to encourage you to be a Champion for LivFree and help us fight childhood cancer with smiles!
* 5k Runner/ Walker ONLY (discount for those who just wish to run and head home)
* 5k Runner/ Walker ONLY will not have access to the Halloween Party, but you will still get a race t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by 10/13), a race bib, and a finishers prize.
* Cost of this option is $30 - but if you raise $200, your registration will be refunded to you!
* NOTE - You are not required to fundraise, but we would love to encourage you to be a Champion for LivFree and help us fight childhood cancer with smiles!
The Schedule for the day is as follows:
* 8:00am - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
* 9:45am - Report to Starting Line
* 10:00am - Scheduled Race Start
* 11:00am - Post-5k Events Begin:
* NewSylum Post-Race Halloween Party opens for registered participants
* 12:00pm - LivFree Boos and Brews 5k Events close - NewSylum Brewery Opens for business to the public and they want all participants to know that they can now come to the brewery for their regular business hours for the day.
Finals Notes:
* The course is stroller friendly, as well as dog friendly (but dogs must be on short leash at all times).
* As the day of the event approaches course maps, race day procedures, and more details will be sent out via email.
This year we are still throwing our Post-Race Halloween Party at NewSylum Brewing Company, just up the road from the finish line. This is limited to the first 300 runners to sign up. Note, only registered runners will be allowed into the post-race event. If you arent into partying, we would still love for you to come and run/ walk, we will even discount your registration a bit.
Check out details below for all the registration options:
* 5k Runner/ Walker AND Access to the NewSylum Post-Race Halloween Party at NewSylum Brewery (LIMITED TO 300 PARTICIPANTS)
* The Post-Race NewSylum Halloween Party will feature free pizza for participants, as well as one free beer (21+ participants only). Additionally, participants will receive a race t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by 10/13), race bib, and finishers prize.
* Cost of this is $40 - but if you raise $200, your registration will be refunded to you!
* NOTE - You are not required to fundraise, but we would love to encourage you to be a Champion for LivFree and help us fight childhood cancer with smiles!
* 5k Runner/ Walker ONLY (discount for those who just wish to run and head home)
* 5k Runner/ Walker ONLY will not have access to the Halloween Party, but you will still get a race t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by 10/13), a race bib, and a finishers prize.
* Cost of this option is $30 - but if you raise $200, your registration will be refunded to you!
* NOTE - You are not required to fundraise, but we would love to encourage you to be a Champion for LivFree and help us fight childhood cancer with smiles!
The Schedule for the day is as follows:
* 8:00am - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
* 9:45am - Report to Starting Line
* 10:00am - Scheduled Race Start
* 11:00am - Post-5k Events Begin:
* NewSylum Post-Race Halloween Party opens for registered participants
* 12:00pm - LivFree Boos and Brews 5k Events close - NewSylum Brewery Opens for business to the public and they want all participants to know that they can now come to the brewery for their regular business hours for the day.
Finals Notes:
* The course is stroller friendly, as well as dog friendly (but dogs must be on short leash at all times).
* As the day of the event approaches course maps, race day procedures, and more details will be sent out via email.
Location
36 Keating Farms Ave, Newtown, 06470, CT, United States
LivFree Boos & Brews 5k
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