Name: THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors
Start: 2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Fairfield, CT

Question 1

What is THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors?

Accepted Answer

Thank you all for your support of our past events and charity causes. We are preparing for another record breaking crowd for 2026! Presented by Moneco Advisors - a ll proceeds will be donated to the Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund & The Fairfield Police Foundation . You can run (3.1 miles) or walk (.8 mile) course. 2ND ANNUAL SOCK IT TO SUMMER DRIVE! Bring New White Socks • Spread Comfort • Lift Up Our Neighbors Help Us Sock It to Insecurity We’re inviting all attendees to bring NEW white socks to donate at the event. Why socks? They're the #1 most requested item by shelters and community support programs and a simple, powerful way to offer comfort and empowerment to our neighbors in need. All sock donations will benefit Nourish Bridgeport (nOURish BPT), a nonprofit creating long-term solutions for food and resource insecurity in our community. Drop-Off Locations for Sock Donations You can donate new white socks at any of the following locations: • Moneco Advisors 2150 Post Road, Fairfield, CT • Bib Pick-Up at Marathon Sports (dates/times below) • Race Day Drop-Off At the Moneco Advisors Tent at the Fairfield Police Sunset 5K About Nourish Bridgeport: Nourish Bridgeport is a community-powered organization that goes beyond food to provide compassion, stability, and support. Here’s how they’re transforming lives weekly: The Super Food Pantry & Baby Center: Distributing groceries and essentials to over 3,000 neighbors weekly, including support for 400&#43; babies monthly. Feel the Warmth Supper: Delivering hot, nutritious meals and fresh produce to 250&#43; people every Thursday, bringing the community together around the table. Connecticut’s First Nonprofit Indoor Hydroponic Farm: Growing fresh, pesticide-free produce to fight food deserts and supply schools and pantries across the region. Neighbors, Not Strangers When we refer to those facing hardship as neighbors, we honor their worth and affirm our shared humanity. Every pair of socks you donate says: “You belong. You matter.” Be Part of Something Bigger Run. Walk. Donate. Celebrate. Let’s Sock It to Summer - Together. Get ready for the best night of the summer! We will be raising the bar once again and will accept over 1000 runners & walkers. We invite all abilities to run or walk our 3.1 mile scenic & flat course or walk our .8 mile course. Starting on Ffld Beach Rd & ending at Jennings Beach, this summer spectacular will include t-shirts, food truck rodeo, treats for the kiddos, fluids and adult libations for those of age. THERE WILL NOT BE ANY RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS IF WE SELL OUT (and we do expect to sell out!) IMPORTANT DETAILS - The 5K distance is a computer chip timed event . You may run or walk but must complete the entire distance for age group award eligibility. The .8 mile walk IS NOT timed - there are no awards for this event. It starts at the same time & location as the 5K but is a different course after the first half-mile of the 5K. All 5K and 8/10 mile participants receive the same shirts and amenities. $35 ALL AGES in the 5K for the first 200 registered $40 ALL AGES in the 5K - registrants from 201 - 600 $45 ALL AGES in the 5K - registrants from 601 - 1000 and on race day IF NOT SOLD OUT $35 flat fee, ALL AGES in the 8/10 mile untimed walk. This walk fee remains $35 through 7/16. $20 Food truck ticket FOR NONREGISTERED only . Spectators, friends, & family will need to pay for this ticket to access any food and fluids. This must be done by 6 pm on July 15th Pre-Registered (PAID) participants in the 5K & one-mile walk DO NOT NEED TO BUY A FOOD TICKET It’s included in your fee! Calendar March 8 - Registration opens June 12 - Shirt size guarantee ends (after that only &#34;As Available&#34; - and we could run out) July 13 - 3-7 pm Early bib/shirt pickup at Marathon Sports, Post Rd in Fairfield July 14 - 11:30am-1pm AND 3-6pm Early bib/shirt pickup at Marathon Sports July 15 - 4:45pm - 6:15 pm bib/shirt pickup - Located at the Registration Tent at Jennings Beach 6:20pm - Introduction & National Anthem and Team Triumph start 6:30pm - START of timed 5k distance and .8 mile untimed walk 6:35pm - Food trucks open, water, fluids & a variety of adult beverages (21 & over only, ID REQUIRED) & entertainment. 7:00pm - TOP THREE men's and women's 5k finishers will be recognized and awarded prizes at the Star 99.9 tent. Shirt size choices will not be guaranteed after June 12th ! after that only sizes ‘as available’ will remain - and we may run out. The Jennings Beach area is scenic, quiet, and surrounded by a welcoming neighborhood of supporters. There will be ample parking in the Jennings Beach parking lot. We want to thank the neighbors and friends in the area for their support and patience while we host this fundraising event. All runners & walkers, please be courteous & thank them for welcoming us all into their neighborhood. PLEASE NOTE: Parking at Jennings Beach for RACE/WALK p articipants will NOT REQUIRE A BEACH STICKER FOR NON RESIDENTS. Our 5k and 8/10 mile walk events will both start at 6:30 pm giving you a full 2 hours before sunset AND another half hour of wonderful twilight! The 5k Run (or you can walk) will be computer CHIP timed . 5k Awards are based on ‘net time’ which starts when YOU cross the start, not at the horn. If you plan to try to win an award you need to be as close to the start line as possible. MARATHON SPORTS 5K AWARDS Top three men & women awards MARATHON SPORTS Gift Cards $100, $75, $50 each Medals to top 3 in age groups 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, & 10-year groups to 80&#43; Anyone missing this can pick up their award at Marathon Sports in Fairfield through end of the month. AWARDS DISTRIBUTION THIS YEAR- THE TOP THREE male & female champions and first place police division, will be asked to be part of the awards ceremony. ALL AGE GROUP AWARDS will be distributed at the finish table UNDER THE BLUE TENT. You must pick it up there. If you leave early the awards will be available for pickup at Marathon Sports in Fairfield starting 7/16. No awards will be mailed. All finishing times will be available online ‘in the cloud’ & posted when available on-site, after the completion of the event. You can opt-in to receive your results by text. There are NO awards for the .8 mile walk- it is non-competitive. REMINDER- paid participants in the 5k event and .8 mile events are welcome to enjoy our post-event food and fluids. It’s included in your registration fee. We ask any family or friends not to take items that are for our paid participants. They can buy a $20.00 food ticket and join us. Thank you. COSTS- With fixed costs and prepayment of many items, we CAN NOT REFUND any registration fees . Our commitment to our charity partners will be maintained. We hope you can support this commitment and join us. IF YOU CAN'T GET TO OUR EVENT YOU CAN PICK UP YOUR SHIRT AND SWAG ON 7/13 & 7/14 at Marathon Sports. Or you can ask a friend to pickup for you. DONATION DETAIL -There is a 1000-person limit for this 5k event ( BUT OUR DONATION BUTTON ALWAYS REMAINS OPEN). We encourage everyone to donate any additional amount to our charity partners. Your donation is fully tax-deductible. Details for the START - We use a bib chip-timed, &#34;open start&#34; for the 5k. We start our full field of the 5k & walk all at once. Your chip time starts when you cross the start line If you are a 6-7min pace per mile or under), please be at the start early and ready to go at 6:30 pm. This will avoid crowding on the course and help everyone to run more safely. NEW COURSE MAPS Starting on Fairfield Beach Rd and ending in the Jennings Beach parking lot. This is subject to some slight modification once certified. https://onthegomap.com/s/dpddvv64 Our new, altered to 8/10m i (untimed) course map- https://onthegomap.com/s/imqv4mi0 Both events start together. TERRIFIC PICTURES FROM THE PAST: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMSUPamo5XpmMEOIdi2V3VwWKrgsK3Xg9VyUfKJQvfFARCTC8DYpxNDMz_CwuDPFA?key=S2xoV0w0cVg2MDNPVEM1U2RfUmdQaV8yZnl0alh3 https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMs_u2tuheYxLQezPhv_Vw_yb0WwZXM3wqw9G4xEGV5DWEcvulxfLYAEjntsmfy-w?pli=1&key=cDNuX0lkRGd5Q1pMNU0teEY2MUhlYVlFMWNJUUtn Moneco Advisors ( www.monecoadvisors.com ) , based in Fairfield, CT with offices in New Jersey, New Canaan, Hamden, Wallingford, Glastonbury, Harrison, NY and Pittsfield, MA, was founded in 1980, at a time when transactions ruled, and clients’ best interests were often lost in the shuffle. Since its inception, the team at MONECO always felt that clients deserved more. The firm was built to provide a truly client centric approach: In-depth financial planning that puts each client’s needs, priorities and goals at the center of its relationships.The firm strives to use its diverse experience, resources and a deep understanding of today’s financial planning topics to help give clients confidence, knowing that their financial future is in good hands and on track. The Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund was started in 2014. Scholarships are awarded to the children of Fairfield Officers as well as students at both public high schools. In addition, scholarships will be offered at Fairfield Prep, Notre Dame, Fairfield Ludlowe & Fairfield Warde in the honor of the late Judge Dan Caruso. Please visit www.fpdcops.com/scholarship for more information. Fairfield Police Foundation CT was founded in 2021. The mission of the foundation is to raise and distribute funds to the Fairfield Police Department for equipment, wellness and training that typically is outside of the municipal budget, as well as costs associated with Officer Wellness. In addition, the foundation supports the town’s K-9 Unit and the care and costs of the dogs that make it up. To learn more or get involved please visit https://fpdct.com/foundation/ . Deputy Chief Keith Broderick (ret) is the Event Coordinator & Police Liaison . Eric Johnson, Managing Partner, at Moneco Advis ors, is our Co-Coordinator & Title Sponsor. YES, WE ARE RUNNING AND WALKING IN ANY WEATHER unless it is lightning - then we will delay it until the police say OK. Please don't email on race day because we likely won’t see it. We can't postpone to another date and we can't refund. But WE CAN HAVE FUN and enjoy the food trucks, adult hydration and 1000 friends who understand that weather reports are wrong more than half the time!

Question 2

When and where is THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors?

Accepted Answer

THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors takes place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 in Fairfield, CT. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.

Question 3

How do I register for THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors?

Accepted Answer

Registration for THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors is handled through RunSignup, the official registration platform used by most Midwest endurance events. You can sign up, review available distances, and complete your registration at: https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Fairfield/THEFAIRFIELDPOLICESUNSET5KOnemilewalkandKidsCopsScamper?a=4ZlhFMGG8BjCl2rf0NBV4QwYQwQKQjIn

Question 4

Do I need to qualify to enter THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors?

Accepted Answer

No qualifying time is required. THE FAIRFIELD POLICE SUNSET 5K - Presented by Moneco Advisors is open to all experience levels. Some distances may have age minimums or cut-off times — check the official registration page for the specific requirements before signing up.

Thank you all for your support of our past events and charity causes. We are preparing for another record breaking crowd for 2026!

Presented by Moneco Advisors - all proceeds will be donated to the Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund & The Fairfield Police Foundation. You can run (3.1 miles) or walk (.8 mile) course.

Get ready for the best night of the summer!

We will be raising the bar once again and will accept over 1000 runners & walkers.

We invite all abilities to run or walk our 3.1 mile scenic & flat course or walk our .8 mile course.

Starting on Ffld Beach Rd & ending at Jennings Beach, this summer spectacular will include t-shirts, food truck rodeo, treats for the kiddos, fluids and adult libations for those of age.

THERE WILL NOT BE ANY RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS IF WE SELL OUT (and we do expect to sell out!)

IMPORTANT DETAILS - The 5K distance is a computer chip timed event. You may run or walk but must

complete the entire distance for age group award eligibility.

The .8 mile walk IS NOT timed - there are no awards for this event. It starts at the same time & location

as the 5K but is a different course after the first half-mile of the 5K. All 5K and 8/10 mile participants receive the same shirts and amenities.

$35 ALL AGES in the 5K for the first 200 registered

$40 ALL AGES in the 5K- registrants from 201 - 600

$45 ALL AGES in the 5K- registrants from 601 - 1000 and on race day IF NOT SOLD OUT

$35 flat fee, ALL AGES in the 8/10 mile untimed walk. This walk fee remains $35 through 7/16.

$20 Food truck ticket FOR NONREGISTERED only.

Spectators, friends, & family will need to pay for this ticket to access any food and fluids.

This must be done by 6 pm on July 15th

Pre-Registered (PAID) participants in the 5K & one-mile walk DO NOT NEED TO BUY A FOOD TICKET It’s included in your fee!

Calendar

Shirt size choices will not be guaranteed after June 12th !

after that only sizes ‘as available’ will remain - and we may run out.

Our 5k and 8/10 mile walk events will both start at 6:30 pm giving you a full 2 hours before sunset AND another half hour of wonderful twilight!

The 5k Run (or you can walk) will be computer CHIP timed.

5k Awards are based on ‘net time’ which starts when YOU cross the start, not at the horn.

If you plan to try to win an award you need to be as close to the start line as possible.

MARATHON SPORTS 5K AWARDS

Top three men & women awards MARATHON SPORTS Gift Cards $100, $75, $50 each

Medals to top 3 in age groups 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, & 10-year groups to 80+

Anyone missing this can pick up their award at Marathon Sports in Fairfield through end of the month.

REMINDER- paid participants in the 5k event and .8 mile events are welcome to enjoy our post-event food and fluids. It’s included in your registration fee.We ask any family or friends not to take items that are for our paid participants.

They can buy a $20.00 food ticket and join us. Thank you.

COSTS- With fixed costs and prepayment of many items, we CAN NOT REFUND any registration fees. Our commitment to our charity partners will be maintained. We hope you can support this commitment and join us.

IF YOU CAN'T GET TO OUR EVENT YOU CAN PICK UP YOUR SHIRT AND SWAG

ON 7/13 & 7/14 at Marathon Sports. Or you can ask a friend to pickup for you.

DONATION DETAIL -There is a 1000-person limit for this 5k event (BUT OUR DONATION BUTTON ALWAYS REMAINS OPEN).

We encourage everyone to donate any additional amount to our charity partners. Your donation is fully tax-deductible.

Details for the START- We use a bib chip-timed, "open start" for the 5k. We start our full field of the 5k & walk all at once. Your chip time starts when you cross the start line

If you are a 6-7min pace per mile or under), please be at the start early and ready to go at 6:30 pm. This will avoid crowding on the course and help everyone to run more safely.

NEW COURSE MAPS

Starting on Fairfield Beach Rd and ending in the Jennings Beach parking lot. This is subject to some slight modification once certified. https://onthegomap.com/s/dpddvv64

Our new, altered to 8/10mi (untimed) course map- https://onthegomap.com/s/imqv4mi0

Both events start together.

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**IMPORTANT DETAILS - The 5K distance is a computer chip timed event. You may run or walk but must**

as the 5K but is a different course after the first half-mile of the 5K.

All 5K and 8/10 mile participants receive the same shirts and amenities.

$45 ALL AGES in the 5K- registrants from 601 - 1000
and on race day IF NOT SOLD OUT

$35 flat fee, ALL AGES in the 8/10 mile untimed walk.
This walk fee remains $35 through 7/16.

REMINDER- paid participants in the 5k event and .8 mile events are welcome to enjoy our post-event food and fluids. It’s included in your registration fee.

We ask any family or friends not to take items that are for our paid participants.