Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race
- Date Mon 25th May 2026
- Time 12:00PM EDT
- Location Norfolk, Connecticut
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the annual Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, in the picturesque town of Norfolk, located in the beautiful Northwest Hills. This exciting event, also known as the William F Kelley Memorial Road Race, features a scenic out-and-back 5-mile course that begins and ends at the charming Village Green. Runners will take in stunning views as they make their way up to Dennis Hill and back.
This race is not just a fun challenge; it serves a great cause! All proceeds go directly to the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department's scholarship program, supporting local students' college and higher education aspirations. Registration is available on race day until 11:30 AM, and bib and shirt pick-up will take place beforehand. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, our walking division will start at 11:30 AM, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Enjoy delicious offerings from CJ's Hot Dogs food truck at the Village Green from 11 AM to 2 PM, and stay hydrated with water stations along the route. Don't miss out on this community celebration and chance to support a worthy cause!
This race is not just a fun challenge; it serves a great cause! All proceeds go directly to the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department's scholarship program, supporting local students' college and higher education aspirations. Registration is available on race day until 11:30 AM, and bib and shirt pick-up will take place beforehand. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, our walking division will start at 11:30 AM, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Enjoy delicious offerings from CJ's Hot Dogs food truck at the Village Green from 11 AM to 2 PM, and stay hydrated with water stations along the route. Don't miss out on this community celebration and chance to support a worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
This scenic 5-mile road race will start and finish at the Village Green in the center of town. New this year is an out and back 5 mile race, runners will start on the Village Green and run up to Dennis Hill and circle back to the Village Green.This Memorial Day tradition, known as the William F Kelley Memorial Road Race, is the SOLE FUNDRAISER FOR THE NORFOLK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT COLLEGE, HIGHER EDUCATION, UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM WHERE ALL PROCEEDS GO TO NORFOLK STUDENTS. The race begins at the Village Green, parking will be in the center of Norfolk, the Town Hall or at the ball field on Mountain Road. BIB & SHIRT PICK UP WILL BE AT THE VILLAGE GREEN PRIOR TO THE RACE, YOU MAY PICK UP FROM 10:15 -11:45 AM ON RACE DAY OR PICK UP ON SUNDAY 5-6:30 AT THE VILLAGE GREEN. UPDATE, THERE WILL BE REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY UNTIL 11:30. Donations are welcome as well, thank you.
TO GIVE OUR MANY WALKERS A BETTER AND SAFER EXPERIENCE ON THE COURSE, OUR WALKING division WILL START AT 11:30 A.M. (YOU WILL NOT BE TIMED), so please be sure to be at the start line by 11:30 and we'll see you at the finish line.
THE FOOD TRUCK THIS YEAR IS CJ'S HOT DOG'S, THEY WILL BE AT THE VILLAGE GREEN FROM 11 -2 ON RACE DAY.
There will be water stations along the route.
TO GIVE OUR MANY WALKERS A BETTER AND SAFER EXPERIENCE ON THE COURSE, OUR WALKING division WILL START AT 11:30 A.M. (YOU WILL NOT BE TIMED), so please be sure to be at the start line by 11:30 and we'll see you at the finish line.
THE FOOD TRUCK THIS YEAR IS CJ'S HOT DOG'S, THEY WILL BE AT THE VILLAGE GREEN FROM 11 -2 ON RACE DAY.
There will be water stations along the route.
Races
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Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$54.00
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