The Perogie Dash
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Danbury, Connecticut
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Perogie Dash on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the vibrant city of Danbury, Western Connecticut! This lively event features a 5K run and health walk starting at 9 a.m., alongside a fun-filled 1K Kids Fun Run at 8:30 a.m., making it perfect for participants of all ages. Sponsored by Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, this event aims to support The Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children and Families, ensuring that your participation contributes to a meaningful cause.
Get ready for a day filled with fun, fitness, and flavor! All pre-registered participants by August 3 will receive a custom-designed T-shirt, and everyone can enjoy the post-race party featuring Holy Trinity's famous homemade perogies and delightful refreshments. Exciting prizes await as well, including Matroiska Nesting Doll awards for the top male and female finishers, along with ribbons for the top three finishers in various age groups. Plus, every child who completes the Kids Fun Run will receive a medal! Race day registration and check-in begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, with check-in moving to the driveway entrance at 8:30
Get ready for a day filled with fun, fitness, and flavor! All pre-registered participants by August 3 will receive a custom-designed T-shirt, and everyone can enjoy the post-race party featuring Holy Trinity's famous homemade perogies and delightful refreshments. Exciting prizes await as well, including Matroiska Nesting Doll awards for the top male and female finishers, along with ribbons for the top three finishers in various age groups. Plus, every child who completes the Kids Fun Run will receive a medal! Race day registration and check-in begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, with check-in moving to the driveway entrance at 8:30
Organiser's Description
EVENTS: 5K run and health walk 9 a.m.
1K kids Fun Run 8:30 a.m.
Sponsored by Holy Trinity Orthodox Church www.holytrinitydanbury.org [http://www.holytrinitydanbury.org] to benefit The Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children and Families in Danbury, CT https://regionalhospicect.org/bereavement-services/
AMMENITIES: Custom designed T-shirt to all participants pre-registered by August 3 and as available race day.
Post Race party featuring Holy Trinitys Famous Homemade Perogies and other fine refreshments.
PRIZES: Matroiska Nesting Doll Prizes given as follows: Top male and female; and top 3 male and female finishers in age groups - under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Medals awarded to all Kids Fun run participants.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN: Beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church. At 8:30 check-in will move to the driveway entrance and Joe's Hill.
1K kids Fun Run 8:30 a.m.
Sponsored by Holy Trinity Orthodox Church www.holytrinitydanbury.org [http://www.holytrinitydanbury.org] to benefit The Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children and Families in Danbury, CT https://regionalhospicect.org/bereavement-services/
AMMENITIES: Custom designed T-shirt to all participants pre-registered by August 3 and as available race day.
Post Race party featuring Holy Trinitys Famous Homemade Perogies and other fine refreshments.
PRIZES: Matroiska Nesting Doll Prizes given as follows: Top male and female; and top 3 male and female finishers in age groups - under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Medals awarded to all Kids Fun run participants.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN: Beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church. At 8:30 check-in will move to the driveway entrance and Joe's Hill.
Races
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5K Run and Health Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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1K Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 20 APR
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74 Joe's Hill Rd., Danbury, 06611, CT, United States
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