Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The 4th Annual Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race is a 5K run/walk race with a kids Fun Run just before. It is being held in memory of Bobby Lynes who was a lifelong resident of Meriden.

🙌 Bobby Lynes' Legacy

In high school Bob ran on the track team at Orville H. Platt High School. Throughout his life, he volunteered in Meriden for many different organizations such as:

• Meriden Daffodil Festival: Part of the community celebration.
• Softball Leagues: Active in both the Men's and Girls' leagues.
• Boy Scouts: Contributed to Troop 43.
• Castle Craig Playhouse: Engaged in local theatre.

🌷 Fund Purpose

Monetary donations and proceeds from this road race will go into The Robert J. Lynes Memorial Fund for the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park. Proceeds from previous years races have gone towards:

• Park Bench: A dedicated bench in the park for public enjoyment.
• Daffodil Bulbs: Donations made to plant more bulbs.
• Fireworks Display: Supported the 45th anniversary fireworks for the Daffodil Festival.
• Festival Donations: Additional support for the 2026 festival.

🗓️ Race Day Schedule

• Participant Check-In: Opens at 8:00 am.
• Kids Fun Run: Starts at 9:15 am.
• 5K Road Race: Starts at 9:30 am.

💲 Entry Information

• 5K Registration: $25 before September 30, $30 before November 1, $35 after. (Note: registration is via this online portal only)
• Kids Run: Free.

Daffodil Festival Promotion: Sign up Sunday, April 26th through Sunday, May 3rd for a reduced price of $20!

T-Shirts for all 5K registrants before October 17, 2026.

🏅 Awards

• Top 3 Men Overall: Recognition for the best finishers.
• Top 3 Women Overall: Honoring the top female runners.
• First Place in Each Age Group: Awards for age category winners.

Gift cards and baskets raffle after the race. Free raffle ticket for each race registrant. We also will have Roba Physical Therapy and Wellness at the race offering free massages, Normatec compression boots, and the opportunity for free movement screens at their clinic to all attendees!

For more information about the event, please visit: Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race.