Stamford Museum and Nature Center, Stamford CT
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
🏃♂️ Event Overview
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Farm & Forest All-Terrain 5K and Hog Wild Kids Fun Run on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Stamford, Western Connecticut! The festivities begin with the Hog Wild Kids Fun Run at 8:00 AM, followed by the All-Terrain 5K at 8:30 AM.
🌳 Race Details
- Location: Stamford Museum and Nature Center, Stamford, CT
- Course: Runners will enjoy a unique course starting at the Fedele Family Plaza and winding through the picturesque Heckscher Farm, where they’ll pass friendly farm residents including cows, horses, llamas, goats, and donkeys.
- 5K Highlights: The 5K features a scenic two-loop route around Bendel Pond and up to the striking Bendel Mansion, complete with its iconic lion statues and Italian Renaissance fountain.
- Nature Trails: Participants will continue along the wooded trails of the Stamford Museum & Nature Center, cross Otter Bridge, and make their return through Heckscher Farm—an unforgettable run surrounded by nature and wildlife.
👦 Kids Fun Run
- Age Group: The Hog Wild Kids Fun Run invites children ages 5 and up to enjoy a 0.3-mile adventure past cows, goats, and even a Scottish Highland cow named Petunia!
- Distance: 0.3 miles of fun and adventure.
- Spots Available: With a limited number of spots available, early registration is encouraged.
- Registration Link: To register for the event, visit here.
