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Celebrate! West Hartford FUNd RUNS

Date
June 7, 2026
Distance
Kids' K · 5K · 5K - YOUTH CLUBS: Zoomerangs, Girls In Stride, MPower, CHS Soccer, Grace Webb Running Club

From the Organizer

The Celebrate! West Hartford FUNd RUNS are the most family-friendly fitness runs in the Greater Hartford region. Featuring a non-competitive Kids' K dash and a 5K race, these events have something for ages 3-83+. Held in conjunction with the Town's two-day outdoor festival, it's a great opportunity for individuals or whole families to enjoy a healthy activity together while supporting West Hartford families in need. A portion of proceeds is donated to the The Town That Cares and the Leisure Services Scholarship Fund which helps children from low-income families attend swimming lessons, camps during school vacations and other life-enhancing programs throughout the year.

  • The morning starts with a non-competitive Kids' K around Blue Back Square for kids up to 10 years old with medals for all finishers.
  • The 5K course takes runners north through historic West Hartford Center and includes a long stretch on the scenic paved Trout Brook Trail before finishing in Blue Back Square. This course is USATF certified (#CT24001JHP).
  • After the race, join us for the Awards Ceremony and Refueling Reception at Town Hall (50 South Main Street) in the Festival Dining Tent.
  • Known for giving great rewards, prizes are awarded to the first, second, and third place 5K finishers in the male and female divisions in ten age categories: 10 and under; 11-14; 15-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+.
  • The overall first place male and female finishers as well as to the first place male and female from West Hartford (one per winner) receive prizes valued at at least $100. The first place male, female and over 65 finishers also get trophies.
  • All 5K participants can enter a drawing for raffle great prizes valued at $25+.
  • 5K (only) participants who register by May 22 are guaranteed a race T-shirt.

Distances & Pricing

Kids' K8 AMRegister →
5K - YOUTH CLUBS: Zoomerangs, Girls In Stride, MPower, CHS Soccer, Grace Webb Running Club9 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Celebrate! West Hartford FUNd RUNS?
Celebrate! West Hartford FUNd RUNS is a running event held in West Hartford, CT. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Celebrate! West Hartford FUNd RUNS?
Sunday, June 7, 2026 in West Hartford, CT at 50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Celebrate! West Hartford FUNd RUNS?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Celebrate! West Hartford FUNd RUNS

Jun 7, 2026

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