SPEF 5k Walk & Run for Education 2025

Sunday, September 28, 2025 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Stamford, Connecticut

Free–$54.00 · 4 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of community spirit and fun at the SPEF 5K Walk & Run for Education on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in beautiful Stamford, Western Connecticut! This exciting event invites everyone to come together in support of education. Whether you choose to walk or run, you’ll be joining friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors in a heartwarming display of unity and purpose.

The race features a 5K distance for participants of all ages, plus a special SPEFys Fun Run for kids under 12, promising surprises along the way! This year, don’t miss the new Enrichment Expo and a variety of food trucks waiting for you after the race. Explore local organizations showcasing programs that enhance learning beyond the classroom, covering everything from STEM and the arts to literacy and sports. It’s a day filled with excitement, education, and community connection—come show you care and help empower the next generation!

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Races

Spef 5k

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

In-person race on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Mill River Park, Stamford, CT. Check-in & On-site registration begins at: 8:00 a.m. Race Kicks off at: 9:00 a.m With this registration you are supporting SPEF to deliver programs and solutions that help students in Stamford Public Schools.

9:00 AM EDT

$54.00

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Stamford Public School Students - SPEF 5k

Incl. T-Shirt

In-person race on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Mill River Park, Stamford, CT. FREE for Stamford Public School students. Check-in & On-site registration begins at: 8:00 a.m. Race Kicks off at: 9:00 a.m With this registration you are supporting SPEF to deliver programs and solutions that help students in Stamford Public Schools.

9:00 AM EDT

Free

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Spefy's Fun Run

Incl. T-Shirt

In-person SPEFy Fun Run for those under 12 years old on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Mill River Park, Stamford, CT. This is a mile-long course with fun activities along the way. Check-in & On-site registration begins at: 8:00 a.m. Fun Run Kicks off at: 9:15 a.m With this registration you are supporting SPEF to deliver programs and solutions that help students in Stamford Public Schools.

9:00 AM EDT

Free

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Virtual: SPEF 5k Walk & Run
Virtual

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

Virtual race that can be run anywhere/anytime during September 27-28. Make sure to register before September 22 to Guarantee the commemorative SPEF Walk & Run 2025 t-shirt. With this registration you are supporting SPEF to deliver programs and solutions that help students in Stamford Public Schools.

9:00 AM EDT

$32.80

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Organiser's description

READY, SET, GO!
Its time to Walk & Run for Education! Join SPEF as we bring the Stamford community together for our annual SPEF 5K Walk & Run. Gather your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors. Walk or run to show you care. Together we can educate and empower our next generation.

Kids under 12 can take part in SPEFys Fun Run, a shorter course with a few surprises along the way.

NEW THIS YEAR: ENRICHMENT EXPO & FOOD TRUCKS!

After crossing the finish line, stick around for our exciting new Enrichment Expo, where local organizations will showcase programs and activities that support learning beyond the classroom. Discover opportunities in STEM, the arts, literacy, sports, and moretheres something for everyone in the family to explore!