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Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K

Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Ridgefield, CT, with an entry fee of $45.

Date
July 25, 2026 (2 days to go)
Price
$45
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

THE summer race with the best way to cool down, a margarita of course!

Barbara Nevins and Southwest Cafe present the 20th annual Southwest Cafe Margarita 5k to benefit Ability Beyond. The yummy margarita you know and love will be waiting for you at the post-race fiesta!  Race begins at 7pm!
The Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K continues to support Ability Beyond, an organization dedicated to empowering every person, no matter their ability, to live, work and thrive as members of their community. The non-profit currently runs two residential programs in Ridgefield: Sunrise Cottage and Ritch Drive. Click on the "donation" button to find out more about Ability Beyond.

 

 

 

Events

Southwest Cafe Margarita 5k$45

Weather

Race-Day Forecast

Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.

Race Day

Saturday, 7/25

High

80°

Low

59°

Conditions

Sunny

Chance of Rain

2%

Wind

1 to 7 mph

Sunrise 5:42 AMSunset 8:17 PMDaylight 14h 35m

Host City

About Ridgefield, CT

City Elevation

651 ft

Nearest Airport

HPN

Westchester County Airport · 19 mi

Major Hub

LGA

LaGuardia Airport · 40 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race Location

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What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

2

Days to train

Race
Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K
Date
July 25, 2026

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About This Sport

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.

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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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Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Ridgefield than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K?+
Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K is a running race held in Ridgefield, Connecticut on July 25, 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 Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K?+
Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Ridgefield, Connecticut at 109 Danbury Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Southwest Cafe Margarita 5K

Jul 25, 2026

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