Run for the Riverfront 5K
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Hartford, Connecticut
- Price $38.96
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Run for the Riverfront 5K on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the beautiful Capitol area of Hartford! This vibrant event supports Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program, which has been enriching lives through rowing for over 25 years. Participants can choose from a thrilling 5K run, a 5K erg challenge, or a 5K row for proficient single scullers, all taking place along the scenic course that starts and finishes at the Greater Hartford Jaycees Boathouse in Riverside Park.
The day kicks off at 7:30 AM with registration and bib pick-up, followed by the race start at 9:00 AM. After the race, enjoy a social gathering and an awards ceremony around 10:30 AM, where top finishers and fundraisers will be recognized. Not only will you have a fantastic time while getting active, but you'll also be contributing to a great cause, as all net proceeds from the event go directly to supporting the community rowing program. Whether you're running, walking, erging, or rowing, your participation helps make a difference in the lives of over 650 individuals served by this remarkable program each year. Don’t miss out
The day kicks off at 7:30 AM with registration and bib pick-up, followed by the race start at 9:00 AM. After the race, enjoy a social gathering and an awards ceremony around 10:30 AM, where top finishers and fundraisers will be recognized. Not only will you have a fantastic time while getting active, but you'll also be contributing to a great cause, as all net proceeds from the event go directly to supporting the community rowing program. Whether you're running, walking, erging, or rowing, your participation helps make a difference in the lives of over 650 individuals served by this remarkable program each year. Don’t miss out
Organiser's Description
Get ready to sweat in support of Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program! Register to run, walk, erg or row in our third annual 5K.
RACE DETAILS:
5K Run: This course begins and ends at the Greater Hartford Jaycees Boathouse in Riverside Park
5k Row: Proficient single scullers only, club singles must be reserved with Jonathan
5K Erg: Register for a spot on one of the ergs; space is limited
Fundraising Details:
This is a fundraiser, and all net proceeds will go directly toward the rowing program.
Participants may solicit donations for participating in this event, and top fundraisers will receive prizes.
Those wishing to support the rowing program but not inclined to run, walk, row, or erg should donate to the rower of their choice
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
7:30 am: Registration Opens/Bib Pick-up
9:00 am: Race Start Time
10:00 am Social (approximate)
10:30 am: Awards Ceremony (approximate)
AWARDS:
5k Run: Top 3 overall male and female and first place in each age division
5k Erg: Top 3 overall male and female under 19, 20-40, 41-60, 61+ 5k
Row: Top 3 overall male and female (USRowing age handicaps applied)
5k Fundraising: Top 3 adult and top 3 high school student, top group
Additional event details, award levels, and individual fundraising details will be announced.
ABOUT RIVERFRONT RECAPTURE'S COMMUNITY ROWING PROGRAM
Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program [https://runsignup.com/riverfront.org/rowing] serves more than 650 people annually and is one of New England's largest and most successful community rowing programs. Recreational and competitive classes, including the opportunity to compete on nationally recognized racing teams, Adaptive and Veterans programs, and youth clinics taught by college coaches, are offered to everyone from pre-teens to retirees. The Riverfront Recapture Rowing Program is over 25 years old and, since 2002, has operated out of the Boathouse in Hartford's historic Riverside Park on the Connecticut River.This is a fundraiser, and all net proceeds will go directly toward the rowing program.
Timing Provided by Empire Timing Company
RACE DETAILS:
5K Run: This course begins and ends at the Greater Hartford Jaycees Boathouse in Riverside Park
5k Row: Proficient single scullers only, club singles must be reserved with Jonathan
5K Erg: Register for a spot on one of the ergs; space is limited
Fundraising Details:
This is a fundraiser, and all net proceeds will go directly toward the rowing program.
Participants may solicit donations for participating in this event, and top fundraisers will receive prizes.
Those wishing to support the rowing program but not inclined to run, walk, row, or erg should donate to the rower of their choice
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
7:30 am: Registration Opens/Bib Pick-up
9:00 am: Race Start Time
10:00 am Social (approximate)
10:30 am: Awards Ceremony (approximate)
AWARDS:
5k Run: Top 3 overall male and female and first place in each age division
5k Erg: Top 3 overall male and female under 19, 20-40, 41-60, 61+ 5k
Row: Top 3 overall male and female (USRowing age handicaps applied)
5k Fundraising: Top 3 adult and top 3 high school student, top group
Additional event details, award levels, and individual fundraising details will be announced.
ABOUT RIVERFRONT RECAPTURE'S COMMUNITY ROWING PROGRAM
Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program [https://runsignup.com/riverfront.org/rowing] serves more than 650 people annually and is one of New England's largest and most successful community rowing programs. Recreational and competitive classes, including the opportunity to compete on nationally recognized racing teams, Adaptive and Veterans programs, and youth clinics taught by college coaches, are offered to everyone from pre-teens to retirees. The Riverfront Recapture Rowing Program is over 25 years old and, since 2002, has operated out of the Boathouse in Hartford's historic Riverside Park on the Connecticut River.This is a fundraiser, and all net proceeds will go directly toward the rowing program.
Timing Provided by Empire Timing Company
Races
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Run for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
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Erg for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
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Row for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
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Walk for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
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