The 38th Bigelow Tea Community Challenge
- Date Sun 28th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Southport, Connecticut
- Price $15.00 - $35.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 38th Bigelow Tea Community Challenge on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in the beautiful Southport, Greater Bridgeport area! This vibrant event not only celebrates community spirit but also supports local non-profit organizations, having raised over $182,000 last year alone. Participants can look forward to a fantastic experience, including a stylish event T-shirt, a heavy goodie bag filled with delightful treats from local and sustainable partners, and a raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes!
Join in the fun with race distances including a thrilling 5K, where additional prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. The event promises to be a memorable occasion for runners and spectators alike, all while making a positive impact in the community. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to run for a cause and enjoy a day filled with energy, camaraderie, and the spirit of giving back!
Join in the fun with race distances including a thrilling 5K, where additional prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. The event promises to be a memorable occasion for runners and spectators alike, all while making a positive impact in the community. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to run for a cause and enjoy a day filled with energy, camaraderie, and the spirit of giving back!
Organiser's Description
LAST YEAR, OUR INCREDIBLE PARTICIPANTS AND SPONSORS RAISED OVER $182,000 TO FAIRFIELD COUNTY LOCAL NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
check mark The 38th Annual BTCC T-shirt
check mark A HEAVY goodie bag filled with treats and gifts from local and sustainable partners
check mark A raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes after the race!
Additional prizes are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group (for running participants only).
@BIGELOWTEA
RACE MANAGEMENT PROVIDED BY MS RUNNING PRODUCTIONS. TIMING SERVICES FOR THE 5K IS PROVIDED BY THE LAST MILE RACING.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
check mark The 38th Annual BTCC T-shirt
check mark A HEAVY goodie bag filled with treats and gifts from local and sustainable partners
check mark A raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes after the race!
Additional prizes are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group (for running participants only).
@BIGELOWTEA
RACE MANAGEMENT PROVIDED BY MS RUNNING PRODUCTIONS. TIMING SERVICES FOR THE 5K IS PROVIDED BY THE LAST MILE RACING.
Races
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5k Run
Incl. T-Shirt (Note: Female Option Runs Very Small)
Sun 28th September 2025 (10:10AM EDT)
$35.00
The 5k event is computer chip timed and awards are available for all age groups. You must complete the entire 3.11mile course either by running or walking to be eligible for age group prizes. Awards Age Brackets: - 9 and under - 10y to 13y - 14y to 18y - 19y to 29y - 30y to 39y - 40y to 49y - 50y to 59y - 60y to 69y - 70y to 79y - 80+ -
3k Walk
Incl. T-Shirt (Note: Female Option Runs Very Small)
Sun 28th September 2025 (10:10AM EDT)
$30.00
The 3k event is not computer chip timed and there are no awards. It follows the same path as the 5k the first half mile, then separates South on Westway on its own route to the finish. All turns are well marked. -
Kids' Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$15.00
(For kids 10 and under) Includes a 100-yard scamper, 1-mile jog, or obstacle course held on the turf field at Wakeman's Club These activities are not timed. -
Virtual Adult Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt (Note: Female Option Runs Very Small)
$30.00
Can't be with us the day of our event? Take us on your own run/walk! Your race t-shirt and goodie bag can be shipped to you. (Shipping fee's will be applied at check out)
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