Run for Music
Run for Music is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Ledyard, CT, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- October 18, 2026 (47 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Kick off your morning with fitness, food, and community spirit! Join us at the Ledyard Town Green on Sunday, October 18th for a morning packed with activities for all ages and paces. Whether you are chasing a personal record, enjoying a scenic autumn walk, or cheering on the little ones, there is a place for you on the starting line.
All 5K participants will receive a t-shirt, made by our friends at Thirty Marketing.
The Ledyard Colonel Marching Band will be playing stand tunes along the route to keep you motivated!
Event Schedule
8:30 AM: Registration and check-in opens
9:00 AM: 5K Race, Walk, & Stroll begins
9:15 AM: Kids 1/4-Mile Fun Run
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Cars & Coffee ($10 show cars, $5 spectators)
Finish Line Festival
The fun doesn't stop at the finish line!
Food is available for purchase at the Ledyard Town Green, and there will be a Cars & Coffee Event at Lucille's - $10 showcars, $5 spectators. Grab a treat from Lucille's and check out an incredible lineup of local classic, exotic, and custom cars.
Choose Your Pace
5K Run/Walk: A timed, scenic route perfect for competitive runners and casual walkers alike. Strollers are welcome!
1/4-Mile Fun Run: A safe, short, and high-energy dash around the green for children.
Thank you to our sponsors Thirty Marketing and New England Super Car Club!
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
63°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Norwich Public Utility Plt, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ledyard, CT
City Elevation
280 ft
Nearest Airport
WST
Westerly State Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 35 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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47
Days to train
- Race
- Run for Music
- Date
- October 18, 2026
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About This Sport
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Run for Music
Oct 18, 2026