The community tradition continues with Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in a 5K and 10K road race for all ages and abilities.The 5K offers competitive and casual runners a great 3.1 mile race while also welcoming walkers and families with strollers on the relatively flat and scenic course. The 10K is a double loop with long straightaways, offering a fast course with stunning ocean views along Pequot Avenue.
Earn a high quality, Summer Stride technical short-sleeve shirt to wear proudly as a finisher. Then enjoy a refreshing cold treat to cool off post-race.
Spring Shoreline Challenge: A twist on the popular race series, the new multi-race challenge explores three beautiful race courses in participants’ distance of choice through the spring! Sign up for any distance at the Rocky Neck Runfest in April, the Mystic Half Marathon &amp; 10K in May and then at the L+M Hospital Summer Stride 5K &amp; 10K in June. The special Spring Shoreline Challenge commemorative medal will be presented in New London at the Summer Stride. <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/l-m-hospital-summer-stride-5k-10k/?page_id=951" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DETAILS</a>
HMF FitKids: Bring the whole family and enjoy the kids run with options of a ¼ mile or ½ mile (for kids ages 2-11)!
NEW in 2026! Join the free <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HMF Milestone</a> membership program to get exclusive perks, including custom birthday gift, access to member-only wait lists for sold out events and personalized bibs at select events. Optional HMF Milestone+ enhanced fee-based membership offers all free perks plus choice of specialty member apparel, extra loyalty rewards and one free Mail My Packet service (available at premier events). <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DETAILS</a>
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HMF CAN: Please help give back to the local community. Donate nonperishable food in the HMF Can tent near Packet Pickup to support CT State Community College Three Rivers students through the School Food Pantry Program, supported by Stop &amp; Shop to help alleviate food insecurity in communities.
The charity beneficiary of this event is HMF’s Susie Beris, MD Youth Running Program. Consider donating during registration or directly, <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/l-m-hospital-summer-stride-5k-10k/?page_id=21906" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LEARN MORE</a>

Local Event: L+M Hospital Summer Stride 5K & 10K

New London County

New London

Connecticut

L+M Hospital Summer Stride 5K & 10K

The community tradition continues with Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in a 5K and 10K road race for all ages and abilities.The 5K...

Gay City State Park

Celebrate the summer solstice with a beautiful early morning trail run in Gay City State Park with three race distances to choose from: 3 mile, 5 mile or 8 mile. The 8 Mile race is part of the 2026 Blue-Blazed Trail Running Series and the USATF-CT Mountain, Ultra and Trail (MUT) series — a competition for teams of three to run the trails with a chance to win prize money.
Race participants earn a pair of custom designed technical socks with an option to add on a custom designed hat.
NEW in 2026! Join the free <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HMF Milestone</a> membership program to get exclusive perks, including custom birthday gift, access to member-only wait lists for sold out events and personalized bibs at select events. Optional HMF Milestone+ enhanced fee-based membership offers all free perks plus choice of specialty member apparel, extra loyalty rewards and one free Mail My Packet service (available at premier events). <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DETAILS</a>
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The charity beneficiary of this event is HMF’s Susie Beris, MD Youth Running Program. Consider donating during registration or directly, <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/summer-solstice-trail-run/?page_id=21906" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LEARN MORE</a>

Local Event: Summer Solstice Trail Run

Hartford County

Glastonbury

Summer Solstice Trail Run

Celebrate the summer solstice with a beautiful early morning trail run in Gay City State Park with three race distances to...

Run the single-loop 5K or double-loop 10K through historic, quaint streets with a finish in scenic Wethersfield Cove on an unpaved trail along the water. This end of summer running tradition also welcomes walkers in the 5K.
Each race participant will earn a short sleeve technical shirt. After the race, enjoy grab and go snacks and fresh fruit in the cove.
5K &amp; 10K CHALLENGES: Motivate the running season with these two NEW multi-race goals. A great reason to keep up the effort with three unique 5K or 10K courses, custom swag at each race, and a commemorative medal to be proud of at the completion of the series. Start off in Middletown in April, then join the UConn Health in June and end with Old Wethersfield in August to earn an extra commemorative medal for the extra efforts. <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/old-wethersfield-5k-10k/?page_id=951" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DETAILS</a>
HMF FitKids: Bring the whole family and enjoy the kids run with options of a ¼ mile, ½ mile or 1 mile (for kids ages 2-11)!
NEW in 2026! Join the free <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HMF Milestone</a> membership program to get exclusive perks, including custom birthday gift, access to member-only wait lists for sold out events and personalized bibs at select events. Optional HMF Milestone+ enhanced fee-based membership offers all free perks plus choice of specialty member apparel, extra loyalty rewards and one free Mail My Packet service (available at premier events). <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DETAILS</a>
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The charity partner for this event is Wethersfield based Ava’s Way. Consider making a donation or run, walk or volunteer with their group and support their mission to advocate and support individuals with Phelan-McDermid syndrome and other neuro-developmental disorders. <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/old-wethersfield-5k-10k/?page_id=29773" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DETAILS</a>
HMF CAN: Please help give back to the local community. Donate nonperishable food in the HMF Can tent near Packet Pickup to support the Hartford Public High School “Grub Pub”, a School Food Pantry Program supported by Stop &amp; Shop to help alleviate food insecurity in communities.

Local Event: Old Wethersfield 5K & 10K

Wethersfield

Old Wethersfield 5K & 10K

Run the single-loop 5K or double-loop 10K through historic, quaint streets with a finish in scenic Wethersfield Cove on an...

A spectacular beach race featuring stunning views! The half marathon course runs into the pristine neighborhoods of Watch Hill first before entering Weekapaug and running along the coastline and through the picturesque beach community. The Surftown Half Marathon, presented by Westerly Hospital, is a destination race not to miss, with additional distance options available.
The 2-person relay gives runners a chance to experience part of the awesome Surftown Half course split with a buddy for 5.1 mile and 8 mile legs. Relay participants exchange within walking distance of the pre/post-race area.
The 5K race offers a 3.1 mile beachy run to remember! The flat and fast course travels out-and-back along Winnapaug Pond and the Misquamicut beach community and starts shortly after the 13.1 mile race kicks off.
All participants earn a funky beach-themed finisher medal, a high quality short sleeve technical shirt and a post-race party by the beach with Flanders Fish Market chowder and a complimentary ice-cold beer from Grey Sail Brewing (21+ w/ID only).
TRI-STATE TRIPLE: A great excuse to explore southern New England and keep moving through the fall! Pick and choose the distance of choice from three signature events that provide flexibility to meet new goals. Start in Surftown, then join the premier annual tradition at the Eversource Hartford Marathon, Half Marathon, Charity 5K or Team 26.2 Relay in October, and wrap up in November with the NoHo 5K/Western Mass 10, presented by Trinity Health Of New England Orthopedics. <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/surftown-half-marathon-relay-5k/?page_id=951" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DETAILS</a>
NEW in 2026! Join the free <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HMF Milestone</a> membership program to get exclusive perks, including custom birthday gift, access to member-only wait lists for sold out events and personalized bibs at select events. Optional HMF Milestone+ enhanced fee-based membership offers all free perks plus choice of specialty member apparel, extra loyalty rewards and one free Mail My Packet service (available at premier events). <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DETAILS</a>
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The 2026 Official Charity Program will allow participants to select and support a charity organization and help further the positive impacts of this annual race tradition. Charity applications will be open soon! If you are a charity serving the southern Rhode Island region, this could be an opportunity for your organization.
If you have any questions or to get on the list for information, please contact <a target="_blank" href="mailto:info@hartfordmarathon.com">info@hartfordmarathon.com</a>.

Local Event: Surftown Half Marathon, Relay & 5K presented by Westerly Hospital

Washington County

Westerly

Rhode Island

Surftown Half Marathon, Relay & 5K presented by...

A spectacular beach race featuring stunning views! The half marathon course runs into the pristine neighborhoods of Watch Hill...

Surftown Half Marathon, Relay & 5K presented by Westerly Hospital

Kristie Borges

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Manchester

Rocky Hill

Middlesex County

East Hampton-Portland

Michael Lemanski

Greater Hartford

Newington

Jay Kenney

South Windsor

Tolland County

Vernon

Middletown

West Hartford

Stop by and shop at our sale!&nbsp; The entire house is open and we have something for everyone!Sale Time:Saturday, April 25th: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Local Event: 1-Day Glastonbury Estate Sale

1-Day Glastonbury Estate Sale

Stop by and shop at our sale!  The entire house is open and we have something for everyone!Sale Time:Saturday, April 25th: 8:00...

We’re excited to invite students in&nbsp;grades 4–7&nbsp;to campus for&nbsp;S.P.A.R.K.—a free, hands-on&nbsp;morning of discovery&nbsp;at Kingswood Oxford on&nbsp;Saturday, May 16.
S.P.A.R.K.&nbsp;stands for&nbsp;Science. Play. Action. Research. Knowledge,&nbsp;and that’s exactly what the morning is all about. Students will dive into interactive labs, ask big questions, and explore how science connects to the world around them.
Throughout the morning, students will rotate through all three engaging sessions:
Snack Science: Cracking the Code of Carbs, Fats &amp; Proteins
Students will test everyday foods to uncover the building blocks of life - carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
From Cabbage to Chemistry: A Color-Changing Exploration of pH
Using red cabbage as a natural indicator, students will experiment with acids and bases and watch chemistry come alive in vibrant color.
Air Apparent: The Invisible Force All Around Us
Through hands-on experiments, students will explore the properties of air—and discover just how powerful something invisible can be.
Event Details:
Date:&nbsp;Saturday, May 16
Time:&nbsp;9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.&nbsp;(Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m.)
Location:&nbsp;Kingswood Oxford Middle School - 832 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford
Cost:&nbsp;Free
<a href="https://campko.campbrainregistration.com/?returnUrl=%2FLanding&amp;queueittoken=e_globalthrottle~ts_1775849552~ce_true~rt_safetynet~h_895af290e0d8eeb7de89651d1c06f75556250f428264dbe16be555a55bedcb04" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">REGISTRATION LINK</a>
Space is limited
Sign up by May 12
Students should bring a&nbsp;water bottle. Snacks will be provided.
This is a fun, energetic introduction to the kind of curiosity-driven, hands-on learning that defines the KO experience, and we’d love for your child to be part of it.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus for a morning of discovery.

Local Event: S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at Kingswood Oxford

S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at...

We’re excited to invite students in grades 4–7 to campus for S.P.A.R.K.—a free, hands-on morning of discovery at Kingswood...

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8:00 AM

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Summer Solstice Trail Run

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20

7:30 AM

Gay City State Park, 435 North St, Hebron, CT

Old Wethersfield 5K & 10K

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23

8:30 AM

Wethersfield, CT

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SEP

13

7:30 AM

Westerly, RI

1-Day Glastonbury Estate Sale

S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at Kingswood Oxford