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When
Friday, August 21st, 2026
Where
Devonshire Hall, Hamden CT
Distances
5K
Typical weather
64–81°F · some rain risk
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2025
55–68°F
rain
2024
52–71°F
dry
2023
64–86°F
dry
2022
66–83°F
dry
2021
70–83°F
dry
2020
61–86°F
dry
2019
70–82°F
dry
2018
59–75°F
dry
2017
64–85°F
dry
2016
71–80°F
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About this race
Race Overview
- Course Type: USATF certified 5K course.
- Terrain: Flat and fast, out and back course on the scenic Farmington Canal Trail in Hamden, CT.
Location
- Start and Finish: Devonshire Hall, 109 Sanford Street, Hamden, CT 06514.
Path Details
- Trail Type: Farmington Canal Path is off road, wide, and paved.
- Participation: Come run or walk and help us on our path to fund the 2027 Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade.
- Welcome: Runners, walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs are welcome.
T-Shirt Information
- Guarantee: Race t-shirt guaranteed with registration through Sunday, August 9, 2026.
Packet Pickup
- Location: Early packet pick-up at Woodbridge Running Company, 7 Landin St. Woodbridge, CT.
- Dates: Wednesday, August 19 and Thursday, August 20.
- Time: 2 PM - 6 PM.
Social Media
- Hashtag: Share your pictures at #nhvparade.
Post-Race Celebration
- Location: Join us at a post-race celebration with specials and entertainment at the Playwright Irish Pub, 1232 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517.
Race Details
- Date: 2026-08-21.
- URL: PATH TO THE PARADE 5K
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