
From the Organizer
5K for Ballet!
Walk or run with us!
5K for Ballet is a timed fun run and untimed 2 mile walk hosted by the Creative Dance Center to support this year’s 44th annual Christmas show, Santa’s Workshop. All proceeds from this 5k will help cover production costs, with every dollar of the show’s profits going directly to the East Hampton Food Bank. Registration must be complete by Saturday, October 24th at 8pm. There will be no same day registration.
Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 9:00AM
Professional timing by: Time to Tri Race timing
Bib pickup begins at: 8:00 AM
Walkers will not be timed, therefore do not need a bib, but should still check in upon arrival.
Parking
Haddam Neck Fairgrounds- 26 Quarry Hill Road, East Hampton, CT
Course
Starts and ends at the Haddam Neck Fairgrounds with relatively flat country roads,
with two moderate inclines and one steep decline.
If you are familiar with the Haddam Neck Road Race, our race runs the same route, just backwards!
Strollers welcome!
No dogs please.
Entry Fee
$25 (ages 13+) until October 24 at 8PM/ (plus processing fee)
$20 (ages 12 and under) until October 24 at 8PM/ (plus processing fee)
Awards
Participation medallion to all who register.
Runners:
1st place award- Male and Female Ages 13+
1st place award- Male and Female Ages 12 & under
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
60°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hartford Brainard Fld, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
544 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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5K for Ballet!
Oct 25, 2026