Minute Man Race
Minute Man Race is a running race on April 25, 2027 in Westport, CT, with entry fees from $10 to $50.
- Date
- April 25, 2027 (240 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Women's League of Westport, formerly the Westport Young Women's League, presents the 47th Annual Minute Man Race at Compo Beach. The event is one of Connecticut's most exciting community traditions, bringing together runners and walkers of all levels. The race day features a USATF-certified 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, and Kids’ Fun Run, including a ½K and 1K dash.
Families can enjoy the lively Kids Zone, packed with activities and entertainment during the races.
Every stride makes a difference — all net proceeds benefit the Women’s League of Westport Grants Program, supporting charities and nonprofit organizations across Fairfield County.
Sign up now -- prices increase on race day!
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
66°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stamford 5 N, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Westport, CT
City Elevation
142 ft
Nearest Airport
HPN
Westchester County Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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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Minute Man Race
Apr 25, 2027