6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run Timed · 1 Mile Walk Untimed · Virtual 1 Mile & more
From the Organizer
Please join us for our 6th Annual A.W. Stanley Park 5K to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut! Each year the event has more and more runners. This year, medals will be given to the top 3 finishers in various age groups for in person participants.
The race is a scenic and enjoyable route with some rolling hills. It begins and ends at the same location! The race is contained within the park with the exception of a brief leg on the sidewalk along Stanley Street to accommodate more runners safely! A T-shirt is included with registration for in person participants, sizes from youth small all the way to adult xl. Bathrooms will be available on site.
New this year! Virtual options! Can't make the event but want to raise money for an awesome organization? Choose a virtual race and upload your results!
Come check out the awesome vendors we will have as well! If you are interested in be coming a sponsor or vendor for the race, please reach out to Matthew.Butkiewicz@newbritainct.gov or David.Mcdermott@newbritainct.gov for information.
Race Start Time:
- 9:00 AM 5K Timed Run (timing by IRUNCT)
- 9:15 AM 1 Mile untimed Walk
Cost: $30 for individual 5K run/ 1 Mile Walk registrations.
As always, there will be free parking in and around the park. Stay tuned for information on important dates and times!
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
92°
Low
66°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
20%
Wind
2 to 6 mph
Host City
About New Britain, CT
Population
73,301
as of 2023
Elevation
157 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 19 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
- 6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K
- Date
- June 13, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K?
- 6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K is a running race held in New Britain, Connecticut on June 13, 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 6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K?
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 in New Britain, Connecticut at 2195 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
6th Annual A. W. Stanley Park 5K
Jun 13, 2026