The 39th Bigelow Tea Community Challenge
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Southport, Connecticut
- Price $17.40 - $38.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for a variety of race distances, including a thrilling 5K that welcomes runners of all skill levels. Every registration includes a stylish event T-shirt, a delightful goodie bag filled with treats from local and sustainable partners, and a raffle ticket for your chance to win amazing prizes—just be sure to stick around after the race! Plus, participants can compete for additional prizes awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause while celebrating community and health!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
check mark The 39th 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! (Must be present to win)
Additional prizes are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group (for running participants only).
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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. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (Note: Female Option Runs Very Small)
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.60
OPENS 27 SEPThe 5k event is computer chip timed and awards for both male & female (and first non-binary) finishers 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 - 10 to 13 - 14 to 18 - 19 to 29 - 30 to 39 - 40 to 49 - 50 to 59 - 60 to 69 - 70 to 79 - 80+ -
3k Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Note: Female Option Runs Very Small)
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:10AM EDT)
$33.30
OPENS 27 SEPThe 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. $2.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$17.40
OPENS 27 SEP(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. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Note: Female Option Runs Very Small)
$33.30
OPENS 27 SEPCan'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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Wakeman Boys & Girls Club, 385 Center Street, Southport, 06890, CT, United States
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