14th Annual Milford 5K Trick or Trot Run/Walk

🎃 Race Overview

Join us for the 14th Annual Milford Trick or Trot 5K Run/Walk to benefit The Beth-El Center in Milford. The Beth-El Center is a recognized leader in caring for and meeting the needs of the hungry and homeless and strives to prevent and end homelessness. All proceeds will be donated to our charity partner.

⚠️ Health Guidelines

Please note that while our plan is to conduct the Trick or Trot 5K in person, we are subject to the direction and authority of all State and local health authorities. Should the Federal Government, the State of Connecticut, the City of Milford, or other health authorities issue any directive that such activities like the Trick or Trot cannot or should not move forward in person, the Trick or Trot reserves the right to alter the event to virtual with or without notice.

💰 Pricing Information

• Adults: The cost to register for the race is $40.00 + a processing fee of $3.63. Your total cost for signing up for the race is $43.63
• Youth (under 18): The cost to register for the race is $25.00 + a processing fee of $2.67. Your total cost for signing up for the race is $27.67.
• Refund Policy: No refunds shall be provided to any runners or participants.
• Course Map: Refer to our map. Our course was designed and measured for participants to stay on the left side, facing traffic, for safety. View Course Map

📝 Registration Details

• Late Registration: All registrations on Friday and Saturday must be done online from this website.
• In-Person Registration: No in-person/paper/cash is available.
• Costume Contest: We give out prizes for the best costumes! You’re not required to wear one, but many do and are eligible for awards!

📅 Event Schedule

• Oct 12: Guaranteed shirt sizing ends. All other entries will receive shirts “as available” and we could sell out.
• FRIDAY 10/24: Early bib, shirt & swag pickup from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the Beth-El Center, 90 New Haven Ave. Milford.
• SATURDAY 10/25: Pre-registration bib, shirt, and swag pickup at 7:30 am at Lisman Landing, Helwig St. Milford.

🏃 Race Day Activities

• 8:30am: FREE kids Halloween Dash. Ten & under only please.
• 9:00am: START of the 5k run/walk. Snacks and fluids to follow.
• 9:45am: AWARDS DISTRIBUTION begins. No formal ceremony - only the overall winners and costume winners will be awarded at the pavilion.

🏆 Awards Information

Awards will be given to the first male and female, and three deep in age groups: 9 and under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and above. Everyone who is registered and completes the 5k course is eligible for awards based on finish time.

💡 Important Reminders

• Bib Usage: Use your bib only. Do not give away, exchange or use someone else's as this could affect the finish positions of everyone in the race.
• Event Conditions: This event is held in all weather conditions unless stopped or delayed by the authority of the City and/or Police on duty.

🔗 More Information

For further details, visit the official race page: 14th Annual Milford 5K Trick or Trot Run/Walk.