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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
350 Seymour Ave, Derby CT
5K
47–61°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
42–58°F
dry
2024
51–66°F
dry
2023
41–60°F
dry
2022
52–63°F
rain
2021
42–59°F
dry
2020
47–68°F
dry
2019
45–63°F
dry
2018
41–51°F
dry
2017
64–71°F
rain
2016
48–58°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
Celebrating 18 years of hope, healing, courage, and compassion. Since 2009, this non-competitive, family-friendly annual event has brought the community together for a meaningful walk/run through the Griffin Hospital neighborhood.
Race Details
- Date: 2026-10-24
- Location: 350 Seymour Ave, Derby, CT
- Event Link: Register Here
Schedule
- Check in/Same Day Registration: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
- Opening Remarks and Award Presentation: 8:45 a.m.
- Race Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
- End Time: 12:00 p.m.
Important Notes
- Weather Policy: The event is RAIN or SHINE!
- Proceeds: All proceeds are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized cancer care and to help ease the financial burden Griffin's cancer patients face as they undergo treatment.
- Contact: Email md'andrea@griffinhealth.org for more information.
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