4TH Annual
4th Annual Beach to Beach 5k
4th Annual Beach to Beach 5k is a running race on September 27, 2026 in Morris, CT, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- September 27, 2026 (66 days to go)
- Location
- 1 Morris Town Beach, Morris, CT
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Connecticut's Newest Lake Road Race!
The Beach to Beach 5K offers scenic views of Bantam Lake with rolling hills and a fast finish at Morris Town Beach. All proceeds of the race go to the Bantam Lake Protective Association, a non-profit devoted to the preservation of Bantam Lake and its surroundings. Chip Timing by Fast Track Timing, awards in all standard age divisions. Come join us for an exciting day of family fun for a good cause!
Register Today!
Online registration: [RUNNERS/WALKERS] Open! $30 (closes on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th)
*We will have day of registration. CASH OR CHECK ONLY. Day of registration fee is $35.
*Registration tent opens at 8:30 a.m. for packet pickup and day of registration.
*Registration tent CLOSES PROMPTLY at 9:45 for the 10:00 a.m race start time.
Course Map & Description
The course starts at the Morris Town Beach Complex and is an out-and-back 5k route that follows East Shore Rd over rolling hills and quiet lake vistas, offering serenity and connection.
Official Course Map
Shirts
Event shirts will be provided to registered runners and walkers. In order to be guaranteed a T-shirt, you must register by SEPTEMBER 25th. Registrations received AFTER September 24th will receive a shirt while supplies last. We hope to be able to accommodate everyone!
Awards
Awards will be given for all standard age divisions, along with special awards for top lake local finishers!
Become a Sponsor
By sponsoring the Race, you are helping us achieve our mission. To learn more about sponsorship activities and benefits, contact us at: bantamlakeprotective@gmail.com.
About Bantam Lake Protective Association
The Bantam Lake Protective Association, Inc. is a private nonprofit (501(3)(C)organization devoted to the preservation of Bantam Lake and its surroundings. Working with the Town of Morris, The White Memorial Foundation, DEEP, and the Torrington Area Health Dept., we strive to maintain the highest practical water quality for swimming, fishing, boating, and water and ice sports. To learn more about us, you can visit our website:
https://www.bantamlakect.com/
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
67°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bakersville, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Morris, CT
City Elevation
908 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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66
Days to train
- Race
- 4th Annual Beach to Beach 5k
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Location
- 1 Morris Town Beach, Morris, CT
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4th Annual Beach to Beach 5k
Sep 27, 2026