The Holiday Run & Walk For Toys
- Date Sun 21st December 2025
- Time 9:45AM EST
- Location Stratford, Connecticut
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at The Holiday Run & Walk For Toys, taking place on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in Stratford, Greater Bridgeport! This festive event invites participants of all ages to join in a fun-filled day of running, walking, or strolling along a scenic and flat 5K course. Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll, this event promises to be a joyful experience for everyone.
As you lace up your sneakers, remember to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate, which will benefit the Sterling Community Center and the Stratford P.A.L. After the race, warm up with a delightful beverage from The Little Pub, our fantastic host for the 27th year! With limited spots available, don’t miss your chance to be part of this heartwarming occasion that aims to make as many kids as happy as possible this holiday season. Join us for a day of community spirit, fun, and giving back—see you there!
As you lace up your sneakers, remember to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate, which will benefit the Sterling Community Center and the Stratford P.A.L. After the race, warm up with a delightful beverage from The Little Pub, our fantastic host for the 27th year! With limited spots available, don’t miss your chance to be part of this heartwarming occasion that aims to make as many kids as happy as possible this holiday season. Join us for a day of community spirit, fun, and giving back—see you there!
Organiser's Description
WE DID HAVE 67 HEARTY SOLES/SOULS RUN ON 10/14- AMAZING.
WE ARE GOING TO HOLD A 'REBOOT' HOLIDAY RUN PART 2 ON 12/21!
WE WILL COLLECT MORE TOYS ON SUN @ BIB PICKUP-
JOIN US SHOULD YOU WANT TO TAKE A STROLL/RUN, DONATE THE TOYS, AND STAY FOR A WARM BEVERAGE @ THE LITTLE PUB. YES- EVEN IF YOU RAN ON 12/21- USE THE SAME BIB/
WE ARE ALMOST SOLD OUT AT 250 BUT HAVE REOPENED REG- WE HAVE ROOM.
OUR PERMIT NUMBER IS BASED ON YOUR SAFETY, PARKING, FOOD, SWAG & ENOUGH ADULT BEVERAGES.
WE WILL BE COLLECTING TOYS AT THE EVENT. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND GENEROSITY!
THE TOYS SHOULD BE NEW, UNWRAPPED, AND SUITABLE FOR AGES 1-16.
OUR NEW TOY RECIPIENT IS THE STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER IN STRATFORD.
The Sterling Community Center is an iconic and historic presence in our town.
For more than 90 years, they have welcomed and served generations of children and adults
creating impactful & inclusive programs and services that engage and cultivate a thriving community.
Please click on their link to see for yourself all they provide to children and adults in Stratford.
https://www.sterlingcommunitycenter.org/
WE WILL ALSO BE WORKING IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STARTFORD P.A.L. FOR THEIR COLLECTION.
_OUR DONATION DIRECT LINK_ - FUNDS RAISED WILL GO TO A 501C3 CHARITY, THE STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER
HTTPS://OPERATIONS.DAXKO.COM/ONLINE/5330/ONLINEGIVING/DONATION.MVC?CAMPAIGN_ID=7140 [https://operations.daxko.com/online/5330/OnlineGiving/Donation.mvc?campaign_id=7140]
PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY! ALL AMOUNTS ARE WELCOME, AND IN TODAY'S WORLD- GREATLY NEEDED!
WE ARE PROUD TO HAVE THE LITTLE PUB OF STRATFORD HOST THE 27TH YEAR OF THIS HOLIDAY FAVORITE.
SWAG UPDATE.
WE WILL STILL HAVE A PAIR OF JOLIDAY SOCKS FOR EVERYONE.
WE ARE WORKING ON OTHER FUN STUFF AS WELL. GUARANTEED SWAG ENDS ON 11/30
OUR COURSE IS IN THE LORDSHIP SECTION OF STRATFORD -
IT IS SCENIC, TRANQUIL, AND FLAT! MAP LINK BELOW.
OUR FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT HAS A SIMPLE GOAL- TO MAKE AS MANY KIDS AS HAPPY AS WE ALL CAN!
PLEASE NOTE- THIS EVENT IS LIMITED - JUST 250 PEOPLE !! AND WE HAVE SOLD OUT IN THE PAST.
WE WILL HAVE GIVEAWAYS & CRAZY JOLIDAY SOCKS FOR AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE.
BUT WE WILL NOT RUN OUT OF ADULT HYDRATION! THANK YOU DOUG & LITTLE PUB.
_SHIRTS CAN BE PURCHASED UP TILL 12/3 FOR $14_
PLEASE CLICK ON 'STORE' ON THE LEFT UNLESS YOU HAVE AN EXTRAORDINARY REQUEST & THEN EMAIL DIRECTLY [email protected]
THEYRE $15 AT BIB PICKUP (IF AVAILABLE) ON SITE SUN. (EXACT CASH/CHEQUE ONLY!)
WE WILL ALSO HAVE 1/4 ZIPS AVAILABLE FOR $20
ALL SALES ARE CASH AND EXACT BILLS ONLY! WE DO NOT HAVE VENMO.
EVENT ENTRY FEES- ONLINE ONLY - BUT WE ARE SOLD OUT!
OCTOBER 24 THROUGH 11/23 -$18 FOR 19 & OVER,
$15 FOR 18 & UNDER
11/24-12/7 $21/$15
12/8-12/21 $25/$15 RACE DAY NO WAY! WE WILL BE SOLD OUT!
DISREGARD THIS GREEN SECTION IT WAS FOR OUR ORIGINAL RACE
WE ARE GOING A SECOND TIME 12/21 IF YOU MISSED IT
WE ALREADY HAD PICKUP FOR OUR FIRST TIME ON SATURDAY 12/13- 9:00 - 11AM SHARP PICKUP AT THE LITTLE PUB- SWAG, BIBS & GOODIES.
DROP OFF YUR TOYS AT THIS TIME.
PLEASE TRY TO PICKUP SATURDAY AND AVOID SUNDAY'S STRESSFUL CRUNCH.
_DONT ARRIVE EARLIER UNLESS YOURE FEEDING THE SEAGULLS - WE WILL NOT BE THERE!_
AND WE ARE LEAVING PROMPTLY AT 11AM! THERE ARE GAMES TO WATCH!
ENJOY A 10% DISCOUNT IF YOU STAY FOR BRUNCH AT LITTLE PUB ON SATURDAY- AFTER 10AM!
_OUR REBOOT INFO HERE_
SUNDAY 12/21 ONLY
8:00AM-9:55AM PICKUP ACROSS FROM THE LITTLE PUB IN THE LOT ON THE CORNER.
LOOK FOR THE TENTS/CONTAINERS. DROP YOUR TOYS HERE TOO!
9:45AM THE LITTLE TYKES RUN - DIRECTED BY DONNA CRAMOND-
EXECUTIVE KIDS RACE DIRECTOR & FORMER PROFESSIONAL CAT HERDER!
THE KIDS WILL RUN A BIT OVER ONE TENTH MILE OF SHEER DELIGHT!
ADULTS CAN ACCOMPANY THE LITTLE TYKES TO AVOID DRAMA (THEIRS OR YOURS).
10 AM START - HOLIDAY 5K RUN / WALK/ STROLL/ SAUNTER, YOUR CHOICE.
(PLEASE STAY ON THE LEFT OF ALL ROADS ON THIS EASY, FLAT, SCENIC, OUT & BACK COURSE.
WHEN YOURE DONE PLEASE STAY AND ENJOY-
THE LITTLE PUBS SNACKS AND HOT APPLE CIDER & HOT CHOCOLATE (WHICH YOU CAN ADD AN 'ADULT' WARMING SHOT TO!)
WE WILL ALSO HAVE HOT CHICKEN BROTH. OTHER SNACKS INCLUDE CHIP BAGS, SNACK BARS, BANANAS & MORE...
OUR HOST DOES IT RIGHT FOR YOU!
_AWARDS, PRIZES, EDIBLE ITEMS AND/OR CRAZY HOLIDAY GIFTS ARE GIVEN TO THE M&F CHAMPIONS & FIRST AGE GROUPERS_
_AND MAYBE TWO __DEEP- AGE GROUPS 9 & UNDER, 10-12, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, _
_60-69, __70-79, 80+ (AND OLDER IF PRE-REGISTERED) _
_AWARDS ALERT-_
_THIS RACE FREQUENTLY FEATURES LEFTOVER ITEMS & PRIZES FROM PREVIOUS RACES & OUR BASEMENT. _
_BE PREPARED FOR "REGIFTING"..._
OUR SCENIC AND FLAT 5K COURSE TRAVELS THROUGH THE QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD ALONG THE WATER IN STRATFORD.
IT IS FLAT, FUN, AND EASILY DOABLE EVEN FOR THE YOUNGEST RUNNERS.
LAST YEAR OUR RUNNERS RANGED FROM 6 TO 81!
IT IS AN ACCURATELY MEASURED 5K OR 3.11 MILES HTTPS://WWW.PLOTAROUTE.COM/ROUTE/2606888 [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2606888]
_THIS EVENT MAY BE REDUCED IN DISTANCE IF __ROAD & WEATHER CONDITIONS WARRANT IT FOR SAFETY _
_OR AT THE REQUEST OF THE POLICE._
OUR FEES ARE AS LOW AS POSSIBLE TO PAY FOR THE COSTS OF THIS EVENT-
_SO PLEASE USE THE DONATE BUTTON & HELP OUR CHARITY- STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER_
WE ENCOURAGE EVEN THE YOUNGEST OF RUNNERS AND WALKERS. ALL ABILITIES WELCOME!
_ENJOY A 10% DISCOUNT IF YOU STAY FOR BRUNCH AT LITTLE PUB ON SATURDAY- AFTER 10AM! _
SPECIAL SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR SALE- $15 ON RACE DAY. CASH ONLY!
A SPECIALLY DESIGNED HOLIDAY RUN LONG SLEEVE SHIRT WILL BE AVAILABLE CAN BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE THROUGH OUR STORE ON THIS SITE.
ORDER IN ADVANCE- WE HAVE TO CLOSE SALES IN TO ORDER, SHIP & PRINT SHIRTS. WE HOPE TO HAVE A FEW EXTRA ON 12/14
AND WE HAVE LAST MINUTE 1/4 ZIPS AVAILABLE FOR $20 ALL SALES ARE CASH/EXACT BILLS ONLY.
HUGE THANKS TO THE LITTLE PUB FOR HOSTING OUR EVENT FOR THE FIFTH YEAR &
WORKING WITH US TO KEEP OUR TRADITION INTACT.
WE COULD NOT HAVE THIS GREAT COMMUNITY EVENT WITHOUT DOUG G. AND HIS TEAM.
WE ARE VERY THANKFUL FOR THE COOPERATION & SUPPORT FROM OUR POLICE DEPARTMENT,
THE DPW & OUR RECREATION DEPT AND THE TOWN OF STRATFORD.
THEY HAVE ALL BEEN A TERRIFIC SOURCE OF SUPPORT FOR THIS EVENT & MANY OTHERS
IN OUR TOWN THROUGH THE YEAR!
PLEASE DO NOT CALL LITTLE PUB. THEY ARE WONDERFUL HOSTS WITH GREAT FOOD AND PEOPLE. BUT THEY ARE A RESTAURANT NOT A RACE INFO DESTINATION. THANKS.
WE ARE GOING TO HOLD A 'REBOOT' HOLIDAY RUN PART 2 ON 12/21!
WE WILL COLLECT MORE TOYS ON SUN @ BIB PICKUP-
JOIN US SHOULD YOU WANT TO TAKE A STROLL/RUN, DONATE THE TOYS, AND STAY FOR A WARM BEVERAGE @ THE LITTLE PUB. YES- EVEN IF YOU RAN ON 12/21- USE THE SAME BIB/
WE ARE ALMOST SOLD OUT AT 250 BUT HAVE REOPENED REG- WE HAVE ROOM.
OUR PERMIT NUMBER IS BASED ON YOUR SAFETY, PARKING, FOOD, SWAG & ENOUGH ADULT BEVERAGES.
WE WILL BE COLLECTING TOYS AT THE EVENT. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND GENEROSITY!
THE TOYS SHOULD BE NEW, UNWRAPPED, AND SUITABLE FOR AGES 1-16.
OUR NEW TOY RECIPIENT IS THE STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER IN STRATFORD.
The Sterling Community Center is an iconic and historic presence in our town.
For more than 90 years, they have welcomed and served generations of children and adults
creating impactful & inclusive programs and services that engage and cultivate a thriving community.
Please click on their link to see for yourself all they provide to children and adults in Stratford.
https://www.sterlingcommunitycenter.org/
WE WILL ALSO BE WORKING IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STARTFORD P.A.L. FOR THEIR COLLECTION.
_OUR DONATION DIRECT LINK_ - FUNDS RAISED WILL GO TO A 501C3 CHARITY, THE STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER
HTTPS://OPERATIONS.DAXKO.COM/ONLINE/5330/ONLINEGIVING/DONATION.MVC?CAMPAIGN_ID=7140 [https://operations.daxko.com/online/5330/OnlineGiving/Donation.mvc?campaign_id=7140]
PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY! ALL AMOUNTS ARE WELCOME, AND IN TODAY'S WORLD- GREATLY NEEDED!
WE ARE PROUD TO HAVE THE LITTLE PUB OF STRATFORD HOST THE 27TH YEAR OF THIS HOLIDAY FAVORITE.
SWAG UPDATE.
WE WILL STILL HAVE A PAIR OF JOLIDAY SOCKS FOR EVERYONE.
WE ARE WORKING ON OTHER FUN STUFF AS WELL. GUARANTEED SWAG ENDS ON 11/30
OUR COURSE IS IN THE LORDSHIP SECTION OF STRATFORD -
IT IS SCENIC, TRANQUIL, AND FLAT! MAP LINK BELOW.
OUR FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT HAS A SIMPLE GOAL- TO MAKE AS MANY KIDS AS HAPPY AS WE ALL CAN!
PLEASE NOTE- THIS EVENT IS LIMITED - JUST 250 PEOPLE !! AND WE HAVE SOLD OUT IN THE PAST.
WE WILL HAVE GIVEAWAYS & CRAZY JOLIDAY SOCKS FOR AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE.
BUT WE WILL NOT RUN OUT OF ADULT HYDRATION! THANK YOU DOUG & LITTLE PUB.
_SHIRTS CAN BE PURCHASED UP TILL 12/3 FOR $14_
PLEASE CLICK ON 'STORE' ON THE LEFT UNLESS YOU HAVE AN EXTRAORDINARY REQUEST & THEN EMAIL DIRECTLY [email protected]
THEYRE $15 AT BIB PICKUP (IF AVAILABLE) ON SITE SUN. (EXACT CASH/CHEQUE ONLY!)
WE WILL ALSO HAVE 1/4 ZIPS AVAILABLE FOR $20
ALL SALES ARE CASH AND EXACT BILLS ONLY! WE DO NOT HAVE VENMO.
EVENT ENTRY FEES- ONLINE ONLY - BUT WE ARE SOLD OUT!
OCTOBER 24 THROUGH 11/23 -$18 FOR 19 & OVER,
$15 FOR 18 & UNDER
11/24-12/7 $21/$15
12/8-12/21 $25/$15 RACE DAY NO WAY! WE WILL BE SOLD OUT!
DISREGARD THIS GREEN SECTION IT WAS FOR OUR ORIGINAL RACE
WE ARE GOING A SECOND TIME 12/21 IF YOU MISSED IT
WE ALREADY HAD PICKUP FOR OUR FIRST TIME ON SATURDAY 12/13- 9:00 - 11AM SHARP PICKUP AT THE LITTLE PUB- SWAG, BIBS & GOODIES.
DROP OFF YUR TOYS AT THIS TIME.
PLEASE TRY TO PICKUP SATURDAY AND AVOID SUNDAY'S STRESSFUL CRUNCH.
_DONT ARRIVE EARLIER UNLESS YOURE FEEDING THE SEAGULLS - WE WILL NOT BE THERE!_
AND WE ARE LEAVING PROMPTLY AT 11AM! THERE ARE GAMES TO WATCH!
ENJOY A 10% DISCOUNT IF YOU STAY FOR BRUNCH AT LITTLE PUB ON SATURDAY- AFTER 10AM!
_OUR REBOOT INFO HERE_
SUNDAY 12/21 ONLY
8:00AM-9:55AM PICKUP ACROSS FROM THE LITTLE PUB IN THE LOT ON THE CORNER.
LOOK FOR THE TENTS/CONTAINERS. DROP YOUR TOYS HERE TOO!
9:45AM THE LITTLE TYKES RUN - DIRECTED BY DONNA CRAMOND-
EXECUTIVE KIDS RACE DIRECTOR & FORMER PROFESSIONAL CAT HERDER!
THE KIDS WILL RUN A BIT OVER ONE TENTH MILE OF SHEER DELIGHT!
ADULTS CAN ACCOMPANY THE LITTLE TYKES TO AVOID DRAMA (THEIRS OR YOURS).
10 AM START - HOLIDAY 5K RUN / WALK/ STROLL/ SAUNTER, YOUR CHOICE.
(PLEASE STAY ON THE LEFT OF ALL ROADS ON THIS EASY, FLAT, SCENIC, OUT & BACK COURSE.
WHEN YOURE DONE PLEASE STAY AND ENJOY-
THE LITTLE PUBS SNACKS AND HOT APPLE CIDER & HOT CHOCOLATE (WHICH YOU CAN ADD AN 'ADULT' WARMING SHOT TO!)
WE WILL ALSO HAVE HOT CHICKEN BROTH. OTHER SNACKS INCLUDE CHIP BAGS, SNACK BARS, BANANAS & MORE...
OUR HOST DOES IT RIGHT FOR YOU!
_AWARDS, PRIZES, EDIBLE ITEMS AND/OR CRAZY HOLIDAY GIFTS ARE GIVEN TO THE M&F CHAMPIONS & FIRST AGE GROUPERS_
_AND MAYBE TWO __DEEP- AGE GROUPS 9 & UNDER, 10-12, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, _
_60-69, __70-79, 80+ (AND OLDER IF PRE-REGISTERED) _
_AWARDS ALERT-_
_THIS RACE FREQUENTLY FEATURES LEFTOVER ITEMS & PRIZES FROM PREVIOUS RACES & OUR BASEMENT. _
_BE PREPARED FOR "REGIFTING"..._
OUR SCENIC AND FLAT 5K COURSE TRAVELS THROUGH THE QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD ALONG THE WATER IN STRATFORD.
IT IS FLAT, FUN, AND EASILY DOABLE EVEN FOR THE YOUNGEST RUNNERS.
LAST YEAR OUR RUNNERS RANGED FROM 6 TO 81!
IT IS AN ACCURATELY MEASURED 5K OR 3.11 MILES HTTPS://WWW.PLOTAROUTE.COM/ROUTE/2606888 [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2606888]
_THIS EVENT MAY BE REDUCED IN DISTANCE IF __ROAD & WEATHER CONDITIONS WARRANT IT FOR SAFETY _
_OR AT THE REQUEST OF THE POLICE._
OUR FEES ARE AS LOW AS POSSIBLE TO PAY FOR THE COSTS OF THIS EVENT-
_SO PLEASE USE THE DONATE BUTTON & HELP OUR CHARITY- STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER_
WE ENCOURAGE EVEN THE YOUNGEST OF RUNNERS AND WALKERS. ALL ABILITIES WELCOME!
_ENJOY A 10% DISCOUNT IF YOU STAY FOR BRUNCH AT LITTLE PUB ON SATURDAY- AFTER 10AM! _
SPECIAL SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR SALE- $15 ON RACE DAY. CASH ONLY!
A SPECIALLY DESIGNED HOLIDAY RUN LONG SLEEVE SHIRT WILL BE AVAILABLE CAN BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE THROUGH OUR STORE ON THIS SITE.
ORDER IN ADVANCE- WE HAVE TO CLOSE SALES IN TO ORDER, SHIP & PRINT SHIRTS. WE HOPE TO HAVE A FEW EXTRA ON 12/14
AND WE HAVE LAST MINUTE 1/4 ZIPS AVAILABLE FOR $20 ALL SALES ARE CASH/EXACT BILLS ONLY.
HUGE THANKS TO THE LITTLE PUB FOR HOSTING OUR EVENT FOR THE FIFTH YEAR &
WORKING WITH US TO KEEP OUR TRADITION INTACT.
WE COULD NOT HAVE THIS GREAT COMMUNITY EVENT WITHOUT DOUG G. AND HIS TEAM.
WE ARE VERY THANKFUL FOR THE COOPERATION & SUPPORT FROM OUR POLICE DEPARTMENT,
THE DPW & OUR RECREATION DEPT AND THE TOWN OF STRATFORD.
THEY HAVE ALL BEEN A TERRIFIC SOURCE OF SUPPORT FOR THIS EVENT & MANY OTHERS
IN OUR TOWN THROUGH THE YEAR!
PLEASE DO NOT CALL LITTLE PUB. THEY ARE WONDERFUL HOSTS WITH GREAT FOOD AND PEOPLE. BUT THEY ARE A RESTAURANT NOT A RACE INFO DESTINATION. THANKS.
Races
-
The Holiday 5K Run/Walk for Toys - Ages 19 & Over
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Hats or Mugs or Socks - We Never Know
Sun 21st December 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$27.50
CLOSEDTHIS EVENT MAY BE REDUCED IN DISTANCE IF ROAD AND WEATHER CONDITIONS WARRANT IT FOR SAFETY. Registration is a small fee and we ask that you donate at least one, new, unwrapped toy suitable for ages 1-16. Come dressed to run, stay for the fun! Long-sleeved T-shirts may be purchased ahead. There may be a limited amount available on race day. This event DOES NOT have a makeup date If it is canceled due to severe weather, town or police orders. We are sorry but we have to pre-pay most of our vendors so there are no refunds. -
The Holiday 5K Run for Toys - Ages 18 & Under
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Hat or Mug or Socks
Sun 21st December 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$16.90
CLOSEDTHIS EVENT MAY BE REDUCED IN DISTANCE IF ROAD AND WEATHER CONDITIONS WARRANT IT FOR SAFETY. Registration is a small fee and we ask that you donate at least one, new, unwrapped toy suitable for ages 1-16. Come dressed to run, stay for the fun! Long-sleeved T-shirts may be purchased ahead. There may be a limited amount available on race day. This event DOES NOT have a makeup date If it is canceled due to severe weather, town or police orders. We are sorry but we have to pre-pay most of our vendors so there are no refunds -
Tykes for Toys Fun Run- 9 Yrs & Under
Sun 21st December 2025 (9:45AM EST)
Free
CLOSEDAll abilities 5th grade and younger are encouraged to join us. This is a FREE event but we would appreciate a small toy donation. Adults can run with the kids to help prevent any drama or tears that might occur! Donna Cramond will direct the Little Tykes!
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