Memorial Day Race Set!

Oxford Parks and Rec Offers Memorial Day 5K Freedom Run

Looking for a fun place to run (or walk) a 5K course on Memorial Day?  Oxford Parks and Recreation is proud to announce it is hosting our 6th Annual Memorial Day 5K Freedom Run on Monday, May 26th at 8:00am.  The race starts at the Oxford Town Hall, 486 Oxford Road and goes south on Rt 67 to the Pleasant Valley Shopping Center and back to Town Hall.  The course has been USATF certified.  All net proceeds will go to members of the active and veteran military.  Proceeds from last year’s race benefitted The Wounded Warrior Project, the American Legion and The American Warrior Connecticut Day of Honor.  Walkers are also welcome to participate in the 2 mile fitness walk.   The cost to participate is $25 per person if you register in advance, $30 on the day.  Veterans  and active military personnel may participate for FREE!  Wheelchairs and Baby Joggers are also welcome! The first 300 registrants will receive a commemorative race T-shirt so register early to guarantee yours.  Prizes will be awarded in various categories.  Due to its overwhelming popularity, we will also once again hold the Kids Rock Hopper Fun Run.  Kids ages 5-12 will run from the Town Hall to Oxford Center School and back for a total of ½ mile.  The Rock Hopper Fun Run registration fee is $10 and the first 100 kids to register will receive fun gifts.   To register:  go to fasttracktiming.com and register online.  For more info please go to the official race website:  5kfreedomrun.com or  you may feel free to call the Oxford Parks and Recreation office at 203-888-2543, Ext 3041. Vets and Active Military personnel must call the Parks and Rec office to register.     Come one, come all!  Get a little exercise and support our Veterans on Memorial Day!   After  the race, hang around for the always exciting, annual Oxford Memorial Day Parade!  What a great way to spend the morning with your family as we honor those who gave so much for our freedom!