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 8th, 2025, in beautiful Meriden, South Central Connecticut! This exciting event features a 5K run/walk, perfect for participants of all skill levels, along with a fun and energetic Kids Fun Run to kick off the day. The race honors the memory of Bobby Lynes, a dedicated community member and lifelong resident of Meriden, known for his contributions to various local organizations.
The day's festivities will begin with participant check-in at 8:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run starting at 9:15 AM and the main 5K event launching at 9:30 AM. Registration is available online, with early bird pricing starting at just $25! All proceeds from the race will support The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund, which focuses on the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park, a place Bobby cherished. Join us in celebrating his legacy while enjoying a fun-filled community event, complete with awards, gift card raffles, and a fantastic atmosphere! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to honor a local hero and make a positive impact in your community!
The day's festivities will begin with participant check-in at 8:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run starting at 9:15 AM and the main 5K event launching at 9:30 AM. Registration is available online, with early bird pricing starting at just $25! All proceeds from the race will support The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund, which focuses on the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park, a place Bobby cherished. Join us in celebrating his legacy while enjoying a fun-filled community event, complete with awards, gift card raffles, and a fantastic atmosphere! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to honor a local hero and make a positive impact in your community!
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.
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! 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! 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.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$27.50
OPENS SOON -
Kids Run
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:15AM EST)
Free
OPENS SOON
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