5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 200 Retreat Avenue, Hartford, CT
- Distance
- 5K - 17 & Under · 5K - Age 18+ · FREE Single Circuit Fun Run (10 & under)
From the Organizer
The Purple Light Project (PLP) was created in 2020 to bring support to our behavioral health patients. PLP represent our commitment to serving our patients 24/7, someone is always here if you or someone you know, needs help. Since its inception, the need has grown and PLP strives to bring support to the entire behavioral health system. Our patients benefit from food vouchers, safe transportation to a support system’s residence, warm winter clothing, dignity and hygiene items or human experience items for while they are in treatment with us.
100% of the funds raised through the 5k goes to patients.
Race starts at IOL Campus at 200 Retreat Ave. Hartford, CT 06114. Registration begins at 8:00am, the Fun Run for 10 & under is at 8:30am and the Race begins at 9:00am.
Awards for top male, female, and non-binary in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-45, 46-59, 60-69 & 70 & up
Professionally timing & scoring by Fast Track Timing.
Reusable water bottles and t-shirts for 5k 17 and under and 5k 18 and older, free with registration.
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
69°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hartford Brainard Fld, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hartford, CT
Population
119,970
as of 2023
Elevation
55 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 11 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.
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- Race
- 5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 200 Retreat Avenue, Hartford, CT
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K?
- 5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K is a running race held in Hartford, Connecticut on October 3, 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 5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Hartford, Connecticut at 200 Retreat Avenue, Hartford, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K
Oct 3, 2026