2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- May 16, 2027
- Distance
- Rossiter Run 5K Race 2027 · Rossiter Run Fun Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Are You Up for the 6th Annual Steep Rock’s 5K Challenge? You’re invited to Steep Rock Association’s 2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, May 17th at 9:00am in Steep Rock Preserve!
The racecourse follows a scenic route along the Shepaug River with a gradual incline in the stunning Steep Rock Preserve.
Join us for the challenge and the chance to celebrate your achievement at the finish line!
Registration Fees
- Adults: $25 online (early registration) | $35 on race day
- Youth (14 & under): $10
- Fun Run/Walk: $5
Fun Run/Walk participants are untimed and will not receive a race bib. - Please note: All registration fees are non-refundable.
Go Green: To show your love of the environment, please bring your own water bottles; we will have water to refill them.
Awards
Overall:
🏆Prizes awarded to 1st place Male, Female, and Nonbinary finishers.
Recognition - Age Groups:
Top 3 Male, Female, and Nonbinary finishers in each of the following age groups will be recognized:
19 & Under | 20–39 | 40–59 | 60+
Overall winners excluded from age group recognition. Nonbinary awards will be presented when there are at least three registered participants in the category.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
72°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Danbury, 18 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Washington Depot, CT
Elevation
755 ft
Nearest Airport
HVN
Tweed New Haven Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- 2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- May 16, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk?
- 2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk is a running race held in Washington Depot, Connecticut on May 16, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk?
- Sunday, May 16, 2027 in Washington Depot, Connecticut at 2 Tunnel Road, Washington Depot, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Rossiter Run 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk
May 16, 2027