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Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Pear Tree Point Beach, Darien CT
1 Mile
60–75°F · some rain risk
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2025
56–73°F
dry
2024
64–82°F
dry
2023
53–72°F
dry
2022
64–78°F
dry
2021
57–72°F
dry
2020
47–64°F
dry
2019
52–77°F
dry
2018
62–70°F
dry
2017
69–77°F
dry
2016
69–79°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 20
Rain likely · 67–73°F
Sunday, Sep 20starts near 67°F · 88% chance of rain · wind up to 20 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-09-20
- Location: Pear Tree Point Beach, Darien, CT
- Website: Darien Road Race & Family Fun Day
- Duration: 45 years of community engagement
About the Event
- Community Fund: The Community Fund of Darien has brought the community together for the annual Darien Road Race & Family Fun Day.
- Race Options: Features two races—1.5-mile Timed Fun Run and 5-mile Timed Race.
- Family-Friendly: Includes family-friendly activities under a big tent.
- Support: Every dollar raised supports essential youth and family social service programs in Darien, Norwalk, and Stamford.
Impact of Your Support
- Grants: Since 1951, the fund has granted over $29,000,000 to help neighbors in need.
- Services Provided: Access to food, shelter, healthcare, job training, and youth success programs.
- Nonprofits Supported: Grants to a network of over 35 vital nonprofit health and human services organizations.
- Community Strength: Together, we can strengthen our community!
How to Participate
- Register to Run: Challenge yourself with a 5-mile Timed Race or a 1.5-mile Timed Fun Run!
- Parking: Parking in and around Pear Tree Point Beach is limited. We encourage carpooling, biking, and walking!
- Register to Walk: Participate in a stroll for a stronger community and enjoy family-friendly fun.
- Family Activity Tent: No registration necessary! Come cheer on and support the runners and walkers at the event.
Registration Details
- Early Bird Registration: Begins June 1.
- Early Bird Pricing (06/01/2025 - 09/01/2025):
- 18+ years: $45.00
- 6 - 18 years: $20.00
- 0 - 5 years: FREE!
- Regular Race Pricing (09/02/2025 - 09/20/2025):
- 18+ years: $50.00
- 6 - 18 years: $25.00
- 0 - 5 years: FREE!
- Day of Race Pricing (09/21/2025):
- 18+ years: $55.00
- 6 - 18 years: $30.00
- 0 - 5 years: FREE!
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