Tom Dore's Run the Runway 5k benefitting ALS care at HFSC

Friday, June 14, 2024 Past event
6:30 PM EDT
Ellington, Connecticut
Free–$38.60 · 3 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at Tom Dore's Run the Runway 5K, taking place on Friday, June 14, 2024, in the beautiful town of Ellington, Connecticut! This exciting 3.1-mile race is not only a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself but also supports ALS care at HFSC. Runners can register for just $25 until the end of April, with prices increasing as the event date approaches. The race kicks off at 6:30 PM sharp, and participants will be treated to a flat and fast course that begins on a runway, progresses through lush grass lawns, and finishes back on the runway.

Join us for a full day of fun starting from noon, where you can picnic, hike, or even witness thrilling tandem skydiving demonstrations courtesy of Connecticut Parachutists Inc. Plus, the kids can join in the fun with a free race starting at 6:00 PM! After the race, enjoy delicious refreshments including hot dogs and s’mores at the cozy fire pit, and don’t miss the awards ceremony and raffle drawing at approximately 7:30 PM. Remember, the first 100 pre-registered runners will receive a free t-shirt, and you must be

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Races

  • Free Kids Fun Run

    6:00 PM EDT

    Free

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  • 5k

    Incl. $3.60 Fee

    6:30 PM EDT

    $38.60

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  • Volunteers Registration

    6:30 PM EDT

    Free

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Organiser's description

5K Race Cost ($25 until end of April, $30 until end of May & $35 in June & Day of Race)
Same day registration 4 - 6:00 pm *5K starts at 6:30pm sharp
FREE T-Shirt guaranteed to 1st 100 Preregistered runners prior to June 1, 2024.
Kids race free starts at 6:00pm

VENUE INFORMATION & COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This is a full day event. Connecticut Parachutists Inc. will be open at 12:00pm and will be operating until race time. Everyone is encouraged to come out early to picnic, hike, make a tandem skydive or just have fun observing jump demonstrations.
*For tandem jump reservations visit: www.skydivect.com or call (860) 871-0021*
5K Race: A flat, fast 3.1mile run that starts on the runway and then on to a cut grass lawn and then on to a hard pack dirt road that finishes at the runway. 6:30pm start time.
The 5K will have at least 1 water stop.
Hot dogs, fruit, and smores will be provided at the fire pit after the race.
The 5K awards presentation for the top finishers in each age group, and raffle will be held on the Connecticut Parachutists Inc. Drop Zone at the end of the runway immediately following the race. About 7:30pm.
The FREE raffle prize drawing is for all entrants who have a BIB number. *You must be present to win*.
Professional photography by David Gerstine from Skydivingstills.com
The race is pet friendly, but they must be on a leash.
Parking: There is limited parking on both sides of the runway so please park in the Rice Manufacturing parking lot at 356 Somers Road.

Location

360 Somers Road, Ellington, 06029, CT, United States

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