
From the Organizer
Join Us in Farmington
This special event supports The Cove’s free programs, including The Family Program, Camp Compassion, Virtual Programs, Summer Programs, and Professional Development — all created to support grieving children and families across Connecticut. Your participation helps make these programs possible.
The day includes:
• A 2-mile Memorial Walk down Memory Lane
• A Kids' Fun Run with medals
• Family-friendly activities
Create a Memorial Sign
Raise $30 by September 3 and request a custom memorial sign with your loved one’s photo to be placed along Memory Lane. Just check the box during registration.
Event T-shirts
Select your t-shirt size when registering. T-shirts are not guaranteed for those who register after August 23.
Fundraising & Support
Looking to make a bigger impact? Ask friends and family to donate or join your team. Need help getting started? Contact pat@covect.org for a fundraising toolkit!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Want to support the event as a sponsor?
Click here to view our sponsorship opportunities
Volunteer With Us
We’re also looking for amazing volunteers! If you’re interested in helping out, email pat@covect.org.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hartford Brainard Fld, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
163 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 Farmington Memorial Walk & Kids' Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
2026 Farmington Memorial Walk & Kids' Fun Run
Sep 13, 2026