The Trumbull Rotary Sunset 5k Run & Walk

  • Date Fri 25th July 2025
  • Time 6:15PM EDT
  • Location Trumbull, Connecticut
  • Price Free - $32.80
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 1km

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic evening of community spirit and athleticism at the Trumbull Rotary Sunset 5k Run & Walk, taking place on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the newly remodeled Twin Brooks Park in Trumbull, Greater Bridgeport! This beloved event, with a rich history dating back to the 1980s, invites all participants to enjoy a scenic 3.11-mile course that features a mix of rolling hills and a flat finish for a great running experience. With a limit of just 250 participants, this popular race is expected to sell out quickly, so don’t miss your chance to register early!

The event kicks off at 6:30 PM, following a free kids run at 6:15 PM, making it a perfect outing for families. Participants will enjoy refreshments and awards after the race, including trophies for the top finishers in various age groups. Plus, in a show of gratitude, all veterans and current members of the U.S. military can run for free! Proceeds from this event support local initiatives, including scholarships for high school seniors and community projects, ensuring that your participation makes a positive impact. Join us for a memorable evening that combines fitness, fun, and philanth

Organiser's Description

WE ARE BACK AT THE NEWLY REMODELED, SCENIC & TRANQUIL TWIN BROOKS PARK.

WE APPRECIATE YOU BEING WITH US AND HELPING WITH YOUR DONATIONS TO THE TRUMBULL ROTARY.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING ANOTHER GREAT TRUMBULL SUNSET!



_WE ARE NOW LIMITED TO 250 PARTICIPANTS SO DO NOT DELAY YOUR ENTRY! WE DID SELL OUT LAST YEAR._



THE TRUMBULL SUNSET RUN HAS AN AMAZING HISTORY SINCE ITS START IN THE 80S. THE TRUMBULL ROTARY IS PREPARING TO HOST ONE OF THE OLDEST RUNS IN THE AREA & INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM.



WE APPRECIATE THE SUPPORT AND COOPERATION FROM THE TRUMBULL PARKS AND REC DEPARTMENT AND THE TOWN OF TRUMBULL TO BRING YOU THIS GREAT, FAMILY EVENT.



_ALL VETERANS AND CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE US. MILITARY CAN RUN FOR FREE - ID REQUIRED AT BIB PICKUP TIME!_

TRUMBULL SUNSET MAP: NOTE- MAP IS NOT TO SCALE. THIS COURSE IS AN ACCURATE 3.11MI/5

HTTP://WWW.GMAP-PEDOMETER.COM/?R=7785688K [http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7785688k]

THAT COURSE HAS SOME ROLLING HILLS IN THE FIRST HALF. THE SECOND HALF IS A NET DOWNHILL AND COMPLETELY FLAT THE LAST HALF MILE.

THERE IS A WATER STOP AT 1.7MILES.



EVENT CALENDAR

MAY 26 - REGISTRATION OPENS- DO NOT DELAY- WE WILL SELL OUT

JULY 1- REGISTRATION FEES INCREASE FOR 19 & OVER ONLY ($32.50)

JULY15 - GUARANTEED SHIRT SIZING ENDS- ONLY WHAT'S AVAILABLE AFTER THAT (WE MAY RUN OUT)

JULY 21 - REGISTRATION FEES INCREASE FOR 19 & OVER ONLY ($35)

JULY 24 - TRUMBULL PUBLIC LIBRARY 4-6:30PM _SHARP_! EARLY PICKUP BIB, SHIRT, SWAG- GET IT DONE AND AVOID THE NEXT DAY'S STRESS!



JULY 25 - IT'S EVENT DAY!

5:00 PM PICKUP BIB, SHIRT, SWAG ON SITE

6:15 PM FREE KIDS RUN- DIRECTED BY DONNA CRAMOND! (DON'T MISS HER WARM UP)

6:30 PM START 5K RUN, WALK FOLLOWED BY SNACKS & AWARDS

THERE IS NO PAPER/CASH REGISTRATION AT ANY TIME FOR THESE EVENTS.

ONLINE ONLY IN COMPLIANCE WITH CT EVENT GUIDELINES.



5K RUN PRIZES & AWARDS
MENS & WOMEN'S CHAMPION TROPHIES OR AWARDS

AWARDS FOR TOP 3 IN AGE GROUPS 9 & UNDER, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+



RACE MANAGEMENT & COURSE LOGISTICS- MARTY SCHAIVONE, MS RUNNING PRODUCTIONS

COMPUTER BIB-CHIP TIMING BY STARTLINE RACE SERVICES.



REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT (SIZE GUARANTEED WHEN SIGNED UP BY JULY 15). _ _

_ANY SIGN UPS AFTER THAT WILL RECEIVE A SHIRT IF AVAILABLE. _

THIS EVENT IS A TRUE BENEFIT TO THE COMMUNITY

THE MONEY WE RAISE AT THIS RACE IS USED TO SUPPORT LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND EVENTS LIKE THE ANNUAL DICTIONARY PROJECT FOR OUR TRUMBULL 3RD GRADERS, TRUMBULL SENIOR CITIZENS FALL LEAF CLEAN-UP, SCHOLARSHIPS FOR TRUMBULL HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS, TRUMBULL POST PROM, TRUMBULL MC2 ROBOTICS, TRUMBULL JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT, TRUMBULL HS MOCK TRIAL TEAM, TRUMBULL ARTS COMMISSION, A FALL PICNIC FOR OUR TRUMBULL SENIOR CITIZENS AS WELL AS REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS LIKE HOMES FOR THE BRAVE, THE CENTER FOR FAMILY JUSTICE, HALL HOUSE, AND THE THOMAS MERTON HOUSE. IN ADDITION, WE GIVE OUT GRANTS TO MANY LOCAL AND REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS.

Races

  • Trumbull Sunset 5K Run & Walk 19 & OVER Only

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 25th July 2025 (6:30PM EDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS 26 MAY
    Thank you for joining in our charity run. The Trumbull Rotary donates thousands of dollars to groups within Trumbull and beyond every year.
  • Trumbull Sunset 5K Run & Walk 18 & UNDER Only

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 25th July 2025 (6:30PM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 26 MAY
    We are back to Twin Brooks Park!
  • Trumbull Sunset 5K VETERANS ONLY DIVISION

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Fri 25th July 2025 (6:30PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 26 MAY
    VETERANS ONLY MAY REGISTER HERE. VETERANS ARE ENTERED FREE AND YOUR ID IS REQUIRED AT PRE REG/BIB PICKUP.
  • Trumbull Sunset Kids Scamper - Various Distances & Not Timed

    Fri 25th July 2025 (6:15PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 26 MAY
    These free scampers will be of various distances based on number of kids, ages, and weather. These are free, untimed, fun runs. No awards or shirts for these events. The ubiquitous and magnanimous DONNA CRAMOND will direct our young tykes. Parents may accompany their child to avoid drama. We recommend 10yrs and younger.
  • Trumbull Sunset Run Virtual Option

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    $32.80

    OPENS 26 MAY
    Can't make it to our actual, wonderful, fun event? Then you can do it on your own, at your leisure, in your neighborhood or while you're on a vacay! It's your call- run with it!

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Location

TWIN BROOKS PARK, Twin brooks Dr, Trumbull, 06611, CT, United States

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