Laps For Life 5k is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Middletown, CT, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
Lace up your sneakers and join us for a day filled with energy, community spirit, and a shared commitment to a meaningful cause. Whether you’re walking, jogging, or running, every step you take will help raise awareness and funds for a vital life-affirming initiative. Together, we can make a difference and inspire others!
Kids under 13 run $25 / Early Bird $35/ Individual Runner $45
Early Bird registration ends August 19th
Raise $100 & get 2 free complimentary registrations!
Awards: The first male runner and the first female runner to cross the finish line will each receive a $50 gift card.
Check-In opens at 9:00 am / 5K Begins at 10:00 am
*Online Registration will close at 3:00pm on Thursday, September 17th. You can still register in person on the day of the race.
Events
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
53°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Meriden Markham Muni Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
47,646
as of 2023
City Elevation
123 ft
Nearest Airport
HVN
Tweed New Haven Airport · 23 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 26 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Laps For Life 5k
Sep 19, 2026