Moosup Valley 5k, 8K and 10K All Trail Race
RW
From Rocky Wagner
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Sterling, Connecticut
- Price Free - $49.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the Moosup Valley 5K, 8K, and 10K All Trail Race on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in Sterling, Northeastern Connecticut! Organized by Rocky Wagner, this exciting event will showcase the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail, providing runners with a scenic and invigorating experience. Kicking off the day, the Kids Fun Run will start at 9:30 AM, followed by the 10K race at 10:10 AM, the 8K at 10:20 AM, and the 5K at approximately 10:30 AM.
This race promises to be a fantastic community event, rain or shine, with awards, delicious food, and refreshing drinks waiting for participants at WEIDELE'S PIZZA AND PUB, the starting and finishing point for all races. Runners will enjoy well-stocked water stations along the routes and can choose between a medallion or a quality tee shirt as a memento after crossing the finish line. Proceeds from the race will benefit The Rotary Club of Plainfield, CT Foundation, supporting local initiatives focused on food insecurity and women's health. Don't miss out on
This race promises to be a fantastic community event, rain or shine, with awards, delicious food, and refreshing drinks waiting for participants at WEIDELE'S PIZZA AND PUB, the starting and finishing point for all races. Runners will enjoy well-stocked water stations along the routes and can choose between a medallion or a quality tee shirt as a memento after crossing the finish line. Proceeds from the race will benefit The Rotary Club of Plainfield, CT Foundation, supporting local initiatives focused on food insecurity and women's health. Don't miss out on
Organiser's Description
Run with us on Sunday morning, September 27, 2026 on the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail, Sterling CT. THE KIDS FUN RUN BEGINS AT 9:30 AM AND THE 10K RACE BEGINS AT 10:10 AM, WITH THE 8K, BEGINS AT 10:20 AND THE 5K IMMEDIATELY AFTERWARDS, ABOUT 10:30.
https://ctparks.com/media/2015/download?inline THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE RACE! THE WEATHER FORECAST IS FOR A LIGHT RAIN. WE MAY HAVE A BREAK IN THE CLOUDS AT RACE TIME. PARK AND REGISTER AT THE RESTAURANT. STARTING LINE IS IN THE SOUTH END OF THE PARKING LOT. AWARDS, FOOD, DRINKS AND INDOOR BATHROOMS TO CHANGE CLOTHES IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE RACE.
All runners can park at/next to WEIDELE'S PIZZA AND PUB, 50 MAIN STREET, STERLING CT. This is the starting and finishing line for all races.
After the race, all runners will receive a choice of medallion or quality tee shirt*, and food and beverages at WEIDELE'S. The races are 100% State Park Trail, the 5K, 8K the 10K crosses one road going toward Moosup. There are 3 water stations at the turnarounds.
Proceeds support The Rotary Club of Plainfield, CT Foundation, which is focused on food insecurity and women's health products for the underserved members of our local community.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the restaurant. Leashed, well behaved K-9's are welcome to run, but must must stay outside.
*We have extra shirts on hand.
https://ctparks.com/media/2015/download?inline THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE RACE! THE WEATHER FORECAST IS FOR A LIGHT RAIN. WE MAY HAVE A BREAK IN THE CLOUDS AT RACE TIME. PARK AND REGISTER AT THE RESTAURANT. STARTING LINE IS IN THE SOUTH END OF THE PARKING LOT. AWARDS, FOOD, DRINKS AND INDOOR BATHROOMS TO CHANGE CLOTHES IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE RACE.
All runners can park at/next to WEIDELE'S PIZZA AND PUB, 50 MAIN STREET, STERLING CT. This is the starting and finishing line for all races.
After the race, all runners will receive a choice of medallion or quality tee shirt*, and food and beverages at WEIDELE'S. The races are 100% State Park Trail, the 5K, 8K the 10K crosses one road going toward Moosup. There are 3 water stations at the turnarounds.
Proceeds support The Rotary Club of Plainfield, CT Foundation, which is focused on food insecurity and women's health products for the underserved members of our local community.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the restaurant. Leashed, well behaved K-9's are welcome to run, but must must stay outside.
*We have extra shirts on hand.
Races
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5K- Includes Food and Beer
Incl. T-Shirt or Medal
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$49.00
CLOSEDFood and drinks at Weidele's Pizza afterwards, awards given around 12:15 -
10K-Includes Food and Beer
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:10AM EDT)
$49.00
CLOSEDFood and drinks at Weidele's Pizza afterwards, awards given around 12:15 -
Kids Fun Run-Includes Lemonade and Cookies
Incl. Medal
Sun 27th September 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDcookies and lemonade for the kids afterwards -
8K-Includes Food and Beer
Incl. T-Shirt or Medal
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:20AM EDT)
$49.00
CLOSEDFood and drinks at Weidele's Pizza afterwards, awards given around 12:15
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