Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Distance
- Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race
From the Organizer
Our Cause
Our annual 5K Road Race supports the Children's Dyslexia Centers of Connecticut, with 100% of proceeds directly benefiting their mission. These centers provide critical support through:
One-on-one tutorial sessions for children (valued at $5,000 per child)
Comprehensive teacher training programs (valued at $10,000 per tutor)
Learn more at www.childrensdyslexiacenters.org/centers/connecticut-connecticut/
Race Perks
First 100 registrants receive complimentary T-shirts
Free hydration and refreshments (pastries, fruits, Gatorade, water)
Wellness services by Roba Physical Therapy:Massage tables
Cupping
Normatec compression boots
Awards
Overall Winners
1st Place Male
1st Place Female
Age Division Awards
1st and 2nd Place for Male and Female in categories:
9-13 years
14-19 years
20-29 years
30-39 years
40-49 years
50-59 years
60-69 years
70-79 years
80+ years
Race Timing
Professionally managed by Payne's Corner Timing who use Trident RFID Racing System
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
85°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hartford Brainard Fld, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Newington, CT
Elevation
75 ft
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race
- Date
- July 25, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race?
- Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race is a running race held in Newington, 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 Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Newington, Connecticut at 207 Deming Street (Registration Booth), Newington, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race
Jul 25, 2026