Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race
- Date
- May 25, 2026
- Distance
- Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race
From the Organizer
This scenic 5-mile road race will start and finish at the Village Green in the center of town. New this year is an out and back 5 mile race, runners will start on the Village Green and run up to Dennis Hill and circle back to the Village Green.This Memorial Day tradition, known as the William F Kelley Memorial Road Race, is the sole fundraiser for the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department college, higher education, undergraduate scholarship program where all proceeds go to Norfolk students. The race begins at the Village Green, parking will be in the center of Norfolk, the Town Hall or at the ball field on Mountain Road. Bib & shirt pick up will be at the Village Green prior to the race, you may pick up from 10:15 -11:45 am on race day OR pick up on Sunday 5-6:30 at the Village Green. There will be no registration on race day. Donations are welcome as well, thank you.
To give our many walkers a better and safer experience on the course, our walking division will start at 11:30 a.m. (you will NOT be timed), so please be sure to be at the start line by 11:30 and we'll see you at the finish line.
The food truck this year is CJ's hot dog's, they will be at the Village Green from 11 -2 on race day.
There will be water stations along the route.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race?
- Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race is a running event held in Norfolk, CT. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race?
- Monday, May 25, 2026 in Norfolk, CT at Village Green, accross from the Norfolk Library, Norfolk, CT. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Norfolk VFD 5-Mile Road Race
May 25, 2026