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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
Great Hollow Lake, Monroe, CT, Monroe CT
Distance
5K
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
Event Highlights
- Weather: EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE! 95% of the trail is under the canopy of tree cover.
- Beneficiaries: All proceeds benefit the Ciara O'Driscoll Memorial Scholarship Program & Ciara's Light Foundation.
- 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.
Timing and Race Details
- Timing Provider: Timing provided by The Empire Timing Company.
- Race Start Times:
8:15am Kids Fun Run
8:30am 12K/5K - Online Registration: Closes at 12pm, Friday, October 2nd.
- On-Site Registration: 7:00am-8:00am, Saturday, October 3rd.
Pick-Up Information
- 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 lori@ciaraslight.org.
For more details, visit: Chasing Ciara's Light Race Page
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