When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
Great Hollow Lake, Monroe, CT, Monroe CT
Distance
5K
Typical weather
54–69°F · some rain risk
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2025
46–71°F
dry
2024
51–70°F
dry
2023
53–79°F
dry
2022
46–54°F
dry
2021
55–75°F
dry
2020
46–64°F
dry
2019
49–58°F
rain
2018
58–73°F
rain
2017
50–66°F
dry
2016
59–70°F
dry
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About this race
Chasing Ciara's Light 5K/12K Trail Race
Date and Location
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Location: Great Hollow Lake, Monroe, CT
- Website: Race Registration
- Rain or Shine: EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE! 95% of the trail is under the canopy of tree cover
Beneficiary
- Proceeds Benefit: All proceeds benefit the Ciara O'Driscoll Memorial Scholarship Program & Ciara's Light Foundation
Event Details
- Types of Races: The event includes timed 5k and 12k Trail Races along with a Kids Fun Run.
- Course: The beautiful course is sanctioned by USAT&F and is spectator friendly with many spots for friends and family to cheer on runners.
- Timing: Timing provided by The Empire Timing Company.
- Honorary Walk Co-Chairs: Sam Devellis, Carlos Reinoso, Terry Rooney
Race Start Times
- Kids Fun Run: 8:15am
- 12K/5K: 8:30am
Registration Information
- Online Registration: Closes at 12pm, Friday, October 2nd
- On Site Registration: 7:00am-8:00am, Saturday, October 3rd
- Early Bib & Shirt Pick-Up: 4-6pm, October 2nd at Great Hollow Lake
Additional Information
- Race Website: Additional race information can be found at our race website: www.ciarasrun.org
- Contact: For sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, please contact [email protected]
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