The Perogie Dash
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Danbury, Connecticut
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at The Perogie Dash on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in the charming city of Danbury, Western Connecticut! This vibrant event kicks off with a 1K Kids Fun Run at 8:30 a.m., followed by a thrilling 5K run and health walk starting at 9 a.m. Participants will enjoy a fantastic atmosphere while supporting a great cause—the Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children and Families.
All pre-registered participants by August 18 will receive a custom-designed T-shirt, and everyone can look forward to a lively post-race party featuring Holy Trinity's famous homemade perogies and delicious refreshments. This year, don't miss the addition of the College Creamery truck serving up their delightful ice cream for dessert! With exciting prizes including Matroiska Nesting Dolls for the top finishers and medals for all Kids Fun Run participants, The Perogie Dash promises to be a memorable experience for runners and families alike. Join us for a day filled with community spirit and celebration!
All pre-registered participants by August 18 will receive a custom-designed T-shirt, and everyone can look forward to a lively post-race party featuring Holy Trinity's famous homemade perogies and delicious refreshments. This year, don't miss the addition of the College Creamery truck serving up their delightful ice cream for dessert! With exciting prizes including Matroiska Nesting Dolls for the top finishers and medals for all Kids Fun Run participants, The Perogie Dash promises to be a memorable experience for runners and families alike. Join us for a day filled with community spirit and celebration!
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 www.healingheartsct.org [http://www.healingheartsct.org]
AMMENITIES: Custom designed T-shirt to all participants pre-registered by August 18 and as available race day.
Post Race party featuring Holy Trinitys Famous Homemade Perogies and other fine refreshments.
_NEW THIS YEAR: _College Creamery truck will be providing their famous ice cream for dessert!
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
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 www.healingheartsct.org [http://www.healingheartsct.org]
AMMENITIES: Custom designed T-shirt to all participants pre-registered by August 18 and as available race day.
Post Race party featuring Holy Trinitys Famous Homemade Perogies and other fine refreshments.
_NEW THIS YEAR: _College Creamery truck will be providing their famous ice cream for dessert!
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
Races
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5K Run and Health Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOON -
1K Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOON
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