Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Time 9:15AM EST
- Location Meriden, Connecticut
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 3rd Annual Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in beautiful Meriden, South Central Connecticut. This uplifting event features a 5K run/walk, alongside a delightful Kids Fun Run to kick off the day. Taking place on the poignant anniversary of Bobby Lynes' passing, this year’s race is extra special as family and friends come together to honor a beloved community member who dedicated his life to serving Meriden.
The day begins with participant check-in at 8:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 9:15 AM and the 5K Road Race starting at 9:30 AM. Runners can register online, with early bird pricing available, and all participants in the 5K will receive a free t-shirt if registered by October 18, 2025. Proceeds from the race will contribute to The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund, supporting the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park, a place dear to Bobby. With awards for the top finishers and exciting raffle prizes, this event promises a day of fun and community spirit. Don’t miss this chance to honor a remarkable legacy while enjoying the camar
The day begins with participant check-in at 8:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 9:15 AM and the 5K Road Race starting at 9:30 AM. Runners can register online, with early bird pricing available, and all participants in the 5K will receive a free t-shirt if registered by October 18, 2025. Proceeds from the race will contribute to The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund, supporting the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park, a place dear to Bobby. With awards for the top finishers and exciting raffle prizes, this event promises a day of fun and community spirit. Don’t miss this chance to honor a remarkable legacy while enjoying the camar
Organiser's Description
The 3rd Annual Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race is a 5K run/walk race with a kids Fun Run just before. It is being held in memory of Bobby Lynes who was a lifelong resident of Meriden. This years run is on the day of his actual passing 3 years ago so it is extra meaningful and special this year to the family to have a big turnout to honor this amazing man and the park he loved so much!
In high school Bob ran on the track team at Orville H. Platt High School. Throughout his life he volunteered in Meriden for many different organizations such as:
* The Meriden Daffodil Festival
* The Meriden Men's Softball League
* The Meriden Girls Softball League
* The Meriden Soccer League
* Boy Scout Troop 43
* Castle Craig Playhouse
* Francis T. Maloney High School Props and Paints
* The Francis T. Maloney Marching Band Pit Crew
Monetary donations and proceeds from this road race will go into The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund for the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park. Proceeds from previous years races have gone towards a beautiful bench put in the park dedicated to Robert for anyone to go and sit on and enjoy the beautiful park, as well as a donation made to plant more daffodil bulbs and a donation was made to the Daffodil Festival for the 45th anniversary fireworks display for 2025! We hope you can join us in honoring him and his dedication to the city and park that he loved, Meridens beautiful Hubbard Park.
Race Day Schedule
* Participant check in opens 8:00 am
* Kids Fun Run start 9:15 am
* 5K Road Race start 9:30 am
ENTRY - ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
* 5K - $25 for registrations before September 30, $30 for registrations before November 1. Thereafter $35 (NOTE: REGISTRATION IS VIA THIS ONLINE PORTAL ONLY)
* Kids Run - Free
T-Shirts for all 5K registrants before October 18, 2025
AWARDS
* Top 3 men overall
* Top 3 woman overall
* 1st place in each age group
Gift cards and baskets raffle after the race. Free raffle ticket for each race registrant.
In high school Bob ran on the track team at Orville H. Platt High School. Throughout his life he volunteered in Meriden for many different organizations such as:
* The Meriden Daffodil Festival
* The Meriden Men's Softball League
* The Meriden Girls Softball League
* The Meriden Soccer League
* Boy Scout Troop 43
* Castle Craig Playhouse
* Francis T. Maloney High School Props and Paints
* The Francis T. Maloney Marching Band Pit Crew
Monetary donations and proceeds from this road race will go into The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund for the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park. Proceeds from previous years races have gone towards a beautiful bench put in the park dedicated to Robert for anyone to go and sit on and enjoy the beautiful park, as well as a donation made to plant more daffodil bulbs and a donation was made to the Daffodil Festival for the 45th anniversary fireworks display for 2025! We hope you can join us in honoring him and his dedication to the city and park that he loved, Meridens beautiful Hubbard Park.
Race Day Schedule
* Participant check in opens 8:00 am
* Kids Fun Run start 9:15 am
* 5K Road Race start 9:30 am
ENTRY - ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
* 5K - $25 for registrations before September 30, $30 for registrations before November 1. Thereafter $35 (NOTE: REGISTRATION IS VIA THIS ONLINE PORTAL ONLY)
* Kids Run - Free
T-Shirts for all 5K registrants before October 18, 2025
AWARDS
* Top 3 men overall
* Top 3 woman overall
* 1st place in each age group
Gift cards and baskets raffle after the race. Free raffle ticket for each race registrant.
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