Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 10K · 1 Mile Fun Walk
From the Organizer
Proceeds from this event will benefit the House of Heroes Connecticut.
The mission of House of Heroes Connecticut (HOHCT) is to recognize, honor and serve Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who have served our country faithfully and sacrificially. They do this by providing one day, no-cost home repairs through partnerships with and the generosity of individuals, civic organizations and corporations. They are committed to growing the organization and advancing the mission to the ever-increasing numbers of veterans both in Connecticut and nationwide.
The Connecticut Chapter has provided no-cost home repairs to 276 Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their surviving spouses since 2012. Projects have been completed in 73 cities and towns throughout Connecticut. The organization will hit 286 projects by the end of the year.
This event is dedicated to honor Abner Oakes III, a Navy Veteran and the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission. In 2010 Abner was inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame. Abner passed away May 29, 2021.
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
61°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mt Carmel, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hamden, CT
Elevation
102 ft
Nearest Airport
HVN
Tweed New Haven Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K
- Date
- October 25, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K?
- Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K is a running race held in Hamden, Connecticut on October 25, 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 Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Hamden, Connecticut at Farmington Canal Parking lot, Hamden, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K
Oct 25, 2026