Fischang-Cicchetti Memorial Road Race

Race Overview

Come join us for this year's Fischang-Cicchetti Memorial Road Race - a 5-mile and 5K pre-Thanksgiving Sunday-morning classic favorite of runners all over Connecticut, taking over the streets of Waterbury.

Event Details

• Date: November 22, 2026
• Location: 136 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT
• Distances: 5-mile and 5K options
• Registration: Register online here

Registration Information

• Early Registration: First 200 registrants will receive short sleeve t-shirts.
• Packet Pick-up: Recommended at the Greater Waterbury YMCA on November 20 from 5-7pm or November 21 from 11am-3pm.
• Race Day Check-in: Available for those unable to pick up on Friday or Saturday.
• Start Waves: No assigned start waves, please line up according to speed.

Course Information

5K runners will have a turnaround along the same route. CLICK HERE to view this year's course map.

Awards

• Categories: Top 3 male and female overall, top 3 in each division for both 5K and 5-mile.
• Prize Information: No cash prizes this year.
• Award Ceremony: To be held after the race.

Important Notes

• Race History: 51st consecutive running of the Fischang-Cicchetti Memorial Road Race.
• Weather Policy: Race will be held rain, shine, or snow as it has been for the past 50 years!
• Registration Fees: Non-refundable.
• Day-of Registration: Available, but early registration is appreciated.