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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
98 Neptune Ave, New London CT
5K
About this race
Race Overview
Join us for our 25th Anniversary 5K River Run for the Fund on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 9am. One of southeastern Connecticut's most scenic and meaningful 5K races! Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a leisurely walk, or looking for a fun morning with family and friends, this event offers something for everyone.
Course Details
The professionally certified 5K course winds along the beautiful Ocean Beach shoreline, featuring flat pavement and breathtaking views of Long Island Sound, making it ideal for both competitive runners and casual participants.
Support The Cause
More than just a race, every registration, donation and sponsorship helps support the James A. Greenleaf, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, which provides:
- Full Scholarships: Financial assistance to students attending Saint Bernard School.
- Higher Education Scholarships: Support for graduating seniors pursuing further education.
- Community Investment: Directly invests in the future of local students.
- Legacy Honor: Honors the memory of James A. Greenleaf, Jr.
Participant Benefits
Participants will enjoy the following:
- 25th Anniversary Edition T-Shirts: Provided to all pre-registered runners (indicate size on the online form).
- Luigi's Food Truck: Available post-race from 10-12N - Enjoy pizza, salad & desserts! Free to all participants!
- Free Parking: Available at Ocean Beach.
- Commemorative Race T-Shirt: For all pre-registered runners.
Awards and Refreshments
Participating runners can also look forward to:
- Cash Prizes: For the overall male and female winners.
- Age Group Awards: Recognizing various age divisions.
- Post-Race Raffle: An infamous raffle with exciting prizes.
- Complimentary Refreshments: Including cheese, crackers, fruit, vegetables, and beverages.
Event Schedule
Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., with the race beginning promptly at 9:00 a.m. Come for the race, stay for the community, and help make a difference. One mile at a time!
More Information
To learn more or register for the race, visit our registration page.
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