
Fleet Feet Hartford Fall 2026 Training Programs is a running race on September 19 – December 6, 2026 in West Hartford, CT, with entry fees from $100 to $132.
From the Organizer
If one of your goals was to run a 5K or take on the iconic Manchester Road Race (MRR) this year, now is the time! Our last training programs of the year begin September 19th and September 26th. For our 5K program, save with our bundle registration option and sign up for both the 5K goal race and our training program at the same time!
Manchester Road Race (~5-mile) Program: Starts Saturday, Sept. 19
5K Program: Starts Saturday, Sept. 26
Time: Saturdays at 8:30am for 10 weeks
Location: At Fleet Feet Hartford
Goal Races: Manchester Road Race on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26 OR CLA Blue Back Mitten Run 5K on Sunday, Dec. 6
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Grab a friend or make new ones when you join in our fall training programs. We have options for the true beginner (we specialize in getting people off the couch and to the finish line of their first 5k) through experienced runner and take pride in being with you every step of the way whether it's offering encouragement, high-fives and camaraderie during your long runs or those tips and tricks that make running just a bit easier.
Both the 5K No Boundaries & MRR programs meet at 8:30am on Saturday mornings and include proven training plans, expert coaching, cool T-shirt and in-store product discounts.
You can sign up for our 5K training program and 5K goal race together and save money with our bundle. The MRR is a separate registration, and registration will open soon.
Come enjoy the beautiful fall season with us!
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
74°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hartford Brainard Fld, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
111 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Fleet Feet Hartford Fall 2026 Training Programs
Sep 19, 2026