The Scrooge Scramble 5k - Rails to Trails - Vernon
Friday, December 25, 2026
10:00 AM EST
Vernon Rockville, Connecticut
$27.50 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the 45th Annual Scrooge Scramble 5K Road Race on December 25, 2026, in the picturesque Vernon Rockville, Connecticut! This festive event takes place along the scenic Rails to Trails route, featuring an out-and-back course that starts at 31 Church Street. With a start time of 10:00 AM, this USATF certified race offers a fantastic opportunity for participants of all ages to embrace the holiday spirit while supporting a great cause.
Runners will enjoy a beautiful shaded trail, making it the perfect backdrop for a memorable Christmas morning. All proceeds from the race benefit Cornerstone's essential services, including shelters, a soup kitchen, a food cupboard, and a clothing bank. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to kick off your holiday festivities, the Scrooge Scramble promises an uplifting experience filled with community spirit and cheer. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a delightful 5K adventure!
Runners will enjoy a beautiful shaded trail, making it the perfect backdrop for a memorable Christmas morning. All proceeds from the race benefit Cornerstone's essential services, including shelters, a soup kitchen, a food cupboard, and a clothing bank. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to kick off your holiday festivities, the Scrooge Scramble promises an uplifting experience filled with community spirit and cheer. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a delightful 5K adventure!
Races
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Scrooge Scramble 5k 2026 (Rails to Trails)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Scrooge Scramble 5K 2026 (Rails to Trails) 31 Church St - Vernon CT Turn Around at1.5 Mile Marker
Register10:00 AM EST
$27.50
Organiser's description
THE 45TH ANNUAL SCROOGE SCRAMBLE 5K ROAD RACE - PRESENTED BY TRUNORTH CONSTRUCTION
PLACE: 31 CHURCH ST - VERNON CT
RAILS TO TRAILS EVENT - OUT AND BACK COURSE
XMAS START 10:00 AM - 2026
WWW.CORNERSTONE-CARES.ORG http://www.Cornerstone-Cares.org
Shaded Rails to Trails in Vernon CT
Meet at the Church Street Parking Lot in Vernon, CT - (31 Church Street - Vernon CT 06066)
Street Address is 31 Church Street - Vernon CT
Parking on Church Street (Trail Side) and Birch Street (Trail Side)
Phoenix Street to the 1.5 Mile Marker (before Valley Falls Park) and back.
USATF Certified 5K Race Course
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ALL PROCEEDS GO TO BENEFIT THE CORNERSTONE'S SHELTERS, SOUP KITCHEN, FOOD CUPBOARD, AND CLOTHING BANK.
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DONATION: USE THE DONATION BUTTON TO DONATE ANY AMOUNT YOU CAN TO THE BENEFIT
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ALL ENTRY IS ONLINE IN 2026
PIN NUMBERS TO THE FRONT OF THE JERSEY USING FOUR PINS
IF THE TRAIL IS NOT AVAILABLE DUE TO HEAVY SNOW, THE COURSE WILL BE SHIFTED TO A 3 LOOP COURSE STARTING 700 FEET FROM THE EXISTING FINISH LINE ON WARREN AVE. THE COURSE LAYOUT IS START ON WARREN AVE TO A LEFT ON MAPLE AVE TO A LEFT ON PHOENIX ST. EACH LOOP IS 1.02 MILES LONG.
PLACE: 31 CHURCH ST - VERNON CT
RAILS TO TRAILS EVENT - OUT AND BACK COURSE
XMAS START 10:00 AM - 2026
WWW.CORNERSTONE-CARES.ORG http://www.Cornerstone-Cares.org
Shaded Rails to Trails in Vernon CT
Meet at the Church Street Parking Lot in Vernon, CT - (31 Church Street - Vernon CT 06066)
Street Address is 31 Church Street - Vernon CT
Parking on Church Street (Trail Side) and Birch Street (Trail Side)
Phoenix Street to the 1.5 Mile Marker (before Valley Falls Park) and back.
USATF Certified 5K Race Course
*
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO BENEFIT THE CORNERSTONE'S SHELTERS, SOUP KITCHEN, FOOD CUPBOARD, AND CLOTHING BANK.
*
DONATION: USE THE DONATION BUTTON TO DONATE ANY AMOUNT YOU CAN TO THE BENEFIT
***
ALL ENTRY IS ONLINE IN 2026
PIN NUMBERS TO THE FRONT OF THE JERSEY USING FOUR PINS
IF THE TRAIL IS NOT AVAILABLE DUE TO HEAVY SNOW, THE COURSE WILL BE SHIFTED TO A 3 LOOP COURSE STARTING 700 FEET FROM THE EXISTING FINISH LINE ON WARREN AVE. THE COURSE LAYOUT IS START ON WARREN AVE TO A LEFT ON MAPLE AVE TO A LEFT ON PHOENIX ST. EACH LOOP IS 1.02 MILES LONG.
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Location
31 Church St, Vernon Rockville, 06066, CT, United States
The Scrooge Scramble 5k - Rails to Trails - Vernon
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