Plainfield Salute the Troops 5k, Fun Run, & Soldier Stroll
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- Salute the Troops 5K Run · Salute the Troops Color Fun Run · Salute the Troops Soldier Stroll
From the Organizer
Run for fun, run to challenge yourself, or run in honor of a veteran. This fun race is hosted by Plainfield Recreation to honor and support our military troops and veterans. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the local VFW, American Legion, and Veteran's Coffeehouse.
Beginning at 9:15am with the National Anthem, the Fun Run will then take off at 9:30am. The Soldier Stroll and 5K will follow starting at 10:15am with the walkers to start in back of the runners.
The route will begin and end at Plainfield High School and follow a route that moves through the athletic fields, Shepard Hill Elementary, and a small neighborhood. Both races are intended for all abilities and skill levels.
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
54°
Typical Low
33°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hampton, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Central Village, CT
Elevation
185 ft
Nearest Airport
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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- Race
- Plainfield Salute the Troops 5k, Fun Run, & Soldier Stroll
- Date
- November 7, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Plainfield Salute the Troops 5k, Fun Run, & Soldier Stroll?
- Plainfield Salute the Troops 5k, Fun Run, & Soldier Stroll is a running race held in Central Village, Connecticut on November 7, 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 Plainfield Salute the Troops 5k, Fun Run, & Soldier Stroll?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Central Village, Connecticut at 105 Putnam Rd, Central Village, CT 06332, Central Village, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Plainfield Salute the Troops 5k, Fun Run, & Soldier Stroll?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Plainfield Salute the Troops 5k, Fun Run, & Soldier Stroll
Nov 7, 2026