
Run 4 Hunger and Health is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Newtown, CT, with entry fees from $5 to $25.
From the Organizer
On September 12, 2026 we are very pleased to include Newtown Youth and Family Services as a beneficiary, alongside FAITH Food Pantry, of the 7th annual Run 4 Hunger and Health. Newtown Youth and Family Services has been providing essential critical programs and services to residents of Newtown and surrounding areas for more than 30 years. We feel strongly that feeding the body and a healthy mind and soul are all prerequisite to a healthy community. On behalf of the Run4Hunger staff, we look forward to a long relationship with both FAITH Food Pantry and Newtown Youth and Family Services and a successful event.
The cost of the main event is $30 + 3 Canned Goods. Sign up early to receive $5 off registration fee!
The cost of the kids event is $5 + 3 Canned Goods.
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
76°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Danbury, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
456 ft
Nearest Airport
HVN
Tweed New Haven Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Coming Up
Newtown Community Running Event
Less than a mile away
Black Hog Brewing Co. 5K Road Race
9 miles away
RACE FOR CATHERINE
2 miles away
34th Annual Halloween 5K and Kids Fun Run
7 miles away
Plan your trip
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Run 4 Hunger and Health
Sep 12, 2026