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
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the Run for the Riverfront 5K on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Hartford's beautiful Capitol area! This annual event is a fantastic opportunity to support Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program, which has been a vital part of the community for over 25 years. Participants can choose to run, walk, erg, or row, with the main event being a 5K run that kicks off at the Greater Hartford Jaycees Boathouse in Riverside Park, featuring a scenic course mostly on dirt and grassy trails.
The day begins with registration at 7:30 AM, followed by the race start at 9:00 AM. After the race, join in for a social gathering around 10:00 AM, concluding with an awards ceremony at approximately 10:30 AM. With prizes for top finishers in various categories, including male and female overall winners, age divisions, and fundraising achievements, there's plenty of motivation to participate! Plus, all net proceeds from this event directly support the community rowing program, which serves over 650 individuals annually. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors, the Run for
The day begins with registration at 7:30 AM, followed by the race start at 9:00 AM. After the race, join in for a social gathering around 10:00 AM, concluding with an awards ceremony at approximately 10:30 AM. With prizes for top finishers in various categories, including male and female overall winners, age divisions, and fundraising achievements, there's plenty of motivation to participate! Plus, all net proceeds from this event directly support the community rowing program, which serves over 650 individuals annually. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors, the Run for
Organiser's Description
ON-SITE REGISTRATION IS OPEN AT 8AM!
Get ready to sweat in support of Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program! Register to run, walk, erg or row in our annual 5K.
RACE DETAILS:
5K Run: This course begins and ends at the Greater Hartford Jaycees Boathouse in Riverside Park. The course is mostly on dirt/grassy trails.
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
Monetary prizes for the top overall male and female winners!
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 Bay State Race Services
Get ready to sweat in support of Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program! Register to run, walk, erg or row in our annual 5K.
RACE DETAILS:
5K Run: This course begins and ends at the Greater Hartford Jaycees Boathouse in Riverside Park. The course is mostly on dirt/grassy trails.
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
Monetary prizes for the top overall male and female winners!
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 Bay State Race Services
Races
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Run for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
CLOSED -
Erg for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
CLOSED -
Row for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
CLOSED -
Walk for Riverfront Rowing
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.96
CLOSED
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