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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Walsh Intermediate School, Branford CT
5K
35–48°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 6 of the last 10 years
2025
52–58°F
rain
2024
43–56°F
rain
2023
27–49°F
rain
2022
37–52°F
dry
2021
36–48°F
rain
2020
48–58°F
rain
2019
36–54°F
dry
2018
37–49°F
rain
2017
38–46°F
dry
2016
40–49°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Start your Thanksgiving with a 5K! The 5K begins and finishes at Walsh Intermediate School. The course is flat & fast traveling through Branford’s scenic Route 146 and Pine Orchard Golf Course.
Event Details
- Start Time: Kids Race at 9am
- 5K Start: 9:10am
- Walk Start: NEW 2 Mile Walk at 9:12am
- Location: Walsh Intermediate School, Branford, CT
Festivities
The event features a pre- and post-race party! Before you begin your Thanksgiving Day meal, enjoy kids activities, music, chowder and more.
Beneficiary
The event benefits the Branford Rotary Club and the Soundview Family YMCA.
Registration
For more information and to register, visit the official race page: Branford Thanksgiving 5K.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 25 – 27, 2026.
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