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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
Ivoryton Library, Ivoryton CT
Distances
5K
Typical weather
51–64°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
44–62°F
dry
2024
40–58°F
dry
2023
46–62°F
dry
2022
50–64°F
rain
2021
53–62°F
rain
2020
44–59°F
rain
2019
49–62°F
rain
2018
47–60°F
dry
2017
43–56°F
dry
2016
61–71°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: Ivoryton Library, Ivoryton, CT
- Type: 5K Road/Trail Race
- Benefit: Proceeds support the Ivoryton Library
Course Description
- Start: Begins along Main Street for approximately ½ mile
- Trail: Enters Falls River Preserve for a 1.1 mile loop
- Surface: Double track for about ½ mile, then hilly and rocky single track
- Caution: Trail may be slippery due to rocks, roots, and wet conditions
Walking Participation
- Encouraged: Walkers are welcome to join the event
- Route: Walkers will complete a loop to/from Falls River Preserve trail head
- Exclusion: Trail route is not included in the 2 mile walk
- Invitation: Join the fun even as a walker!
Special Features
- Costume Contest: Prize awarded for the best costume - be festive!
- Free T-shirts: Guaranteed for registrations before September 16th
- Size Selection: Register early to choose your t-shirt size!
- Sponsorship: Contact Ivoryton Library for sponsorship opportunities at staff@:ivorytonlibrary.org
Kids Activities
- Kids Fun Run: Not held this year
- Alternative: Kids invited to participate in craft and story time during the race
- Engagement: Fun activities for children while adults race
- Creativity: A chance for kids to enjoy storytelling and crafting
More Information
- Registration Link: Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase Registration
Course map
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