The Perogie Dash
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 74 Joe's Hill Rd., Danbury, CT
- Distance
- 5K Run and Health Walk · 1K Kids Fun Run
From the Organizer
Events: 5K run and health walk 9 a.m.
1K kids Fun Run 8:30 a.m.
Sponsored by Holy Trinity Orthodox Church www.holytrinitydanbury.org to benefit The Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children and Families in Danbury, CT https://regionalhospicect.org/bereavement-services/
Ammenities: Custom designed T-shirt to all participants pre-registered by August 3 and as available race day.
Post Race party featuring Holy Trinity’s Famous Homemade Perogies and other fine refreshments.
Prizes: Matroiska Nesting Doll Prizes given as follows: Top male and female; and top 3 male and female finishers in age groups - under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Medals awarded to all Kids Fun run participants.
Race Day Registration/Check-in: Beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church. At 8:30 check-in will move to the driveway entrance and Joe's Hill.
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
83°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Danbury, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Danbury, CT
Elevation
412 ft
Nearest Airport
HPN
Westchester County Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Perogie Dash?
- The Perogie Dash is a running race held in Danbury, Connecticut on August 8, 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 Perogie Dash?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Danbury, Connecticut at 74 Joe's Hill Rd., Danbury, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Perogie Dash?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Perogie Dash
Aug 8, 2026