2026 Unite to Fight 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- August 23, 2026
- Distance
- Unite to Fight 5K · Kids Fun Run · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
Unite to Fight!
Childhood Hunger 5K Run/Walk
Join Filling in the Blanks on August 23, 2026, at the Eighth Annual Unite to Fight 5K. The race will take place at Mill River Park located in Stamford, CT.
In Fairfield County, more than 33,000 children are not sure where their next meal will come from. Most will get breakfast and lunch from school every weekday, but many will go from Friday lunch until Monday at breakfast without a decent meal. Founded in 2013, Filling in the Blanks is an organization that fills in those weekend gaps by providing each child in its program with a bag filled with healthy, easy-to-prepare food for the weekend. When the obstacle of food insecurity is removed, children experience increased academic achievement in school and greater opportunities for success in their lives. FITB continuously serves 10,000+ kids at over 200 sites throughout Fairfield, Westchester, and Putnam counties. FITB has also established four in-school pantries and in 2023 launched the Fresh Food On The Move mobile pantry that provides families with fresh produce, veggies, proteins and other staples, as well as health and wellness services.
With your race registration, you will receive a Unite to Fight T-shirt.
*T-shirts are based on availability if registering after July 17, 2026.
Race is Rain or Shine
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
82°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stamford 5 N, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Stamford, CT
Population
135,806
as of 2023
Elevation
47 ft
Nearest Airport
HPN
Westchester County Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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76
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Unite to Fight 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- August 23, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Unite to Fight 5K Run/Walk?
- 2026 Unite to Fight 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Stamford, Connecticut on August 23, 2026. 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 Unite to Fight 5K Run/Walk?
- Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Stamford, Connecticut at 1010 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Unite to Fight 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Unite to Fight 5K Run/Walk
Aug 23, 2026