Branford Thanksgiving 5K
Branford Thanksgiving 5K is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Branford, CT, with entry fees from $10 to $31.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (126 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$31
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Start your Thanksgiving with a 5K! The 5K begins and finishes at Walsh Intermediate School. The course is flat & fast traveling through Branford’s scenic Route 146 and Pine Orchard Golf Course.
The event features pre- and post-race party! Before you begin your Thanksgiving Day meal, enjoy kids activities, music, chowder and more.
Kids Race: 9am, 5K: 9:10am, NEW 2 Mile Walk: 9:12am
The event benefits the Branford Rotary Club and the Soundview Family YMCA.
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
50°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New Haven Tweed Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Branford, CT
City Elevation
21 ft
Nearest Airport
HVN
Tweed New Haven Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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126
Days to train
- Race
- Branford Thanksgiving 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Branford Thanksgiving 5K
Nov 26, 2026