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The Running for Water for Africa 5K begins and ends at Walnut Beach Pavilion, featuring a 3.1-mile run/walk. This is the race's 13th year, welcoming both runners and walkers, not solely those aiming for a quick finish. The event also offers a 1 Mile Walk and a Kids Run, providing shorter distances for families and less experienced participants. The 5K course is a flat road, suitable for beginners, walkers, and regular runners seeking a simple local race.

The Fishbein / YMCA Community Road Race is a running series in Wallingford, Connecticut, offering short distances: 1 km, 1.6 km, and 5 km. It takes place in October and is designed for local involvement, with options suitable for children, beginners, walkers, and runners seeking a standard 5K. The event has roots nearly 50 years old, originating from a Wallingford tradition established by Johanna Manfreda Fishbein. Over the years, it evolved into a town-wide collaboration, with various Wallingford organizations cooperating on the race.

The Apple Harvest Road Races take place on a fall morning in Southington, organized by the Southington Community YMCA. The main races begin near Columbus Boulevard and the YMCA. The event offers multiple options for participants: a 5-mile race, a 5K, a middle school 5K, a 2-mile health walk, a Y CUP 1-mile race for fourth and fifth graders, and Little Fritter Fun Runs for younger children. The 5-mile race starts from the top of Columbus Boulevard, followed by the 5K from the same location. The health walk commences in front of the YMCA. Y CUP runners enter the course at the 2.1-mile mark of the 5K, and the Little Fritter races commence after the 5-mile and 5K races conclude. Awards are presented across numerous age groups for the 5K and 5-mile events. Local recognition is important, with distinct memorial trophies awarded to the top Southington finishers, including the Dave Gworek Trophy for the 5-mile race and the Tony Manning Trophy for the 5K.

Race For Catherine is a family-friendly 5K fundraiser for the Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary, centered on the "5K for Kindness" theme. It is a certified, timed run/walk suitable for serious runners, casual walkers, families, and those participating remotely via the virtual option. The event commemorates Catherine Violet Hubbard, a 6-year-old animal lover who perished in the Sandy Hook School tragedy, maintaining that focus throughout the race day. The course is a simple 5K, offering timing for runners focused on results and a walk-friendly environment for all others. A Kids For Kindness Dash provides a separate event for children aged 3 to 9. Rescued animal ambassadors initiate the race and greet finishers at Victory Village, with adoptable pets also present. Registration includes a breakfast buffet, race shirt, finisher medal, drawstring bag, and sponsor gifts. The RaceJoy app allows friends and family who are not present to track, join, or complete the race from a distance.

The Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5K is a fall trail race in Wilton, Connecticut, starting from Quiet Lake Lane. It is a nonprofit running event with a 5K option for runners and walkers, plus a shorter accessible Sparkle Stroller run/walk of 0.75 miles. The event is hosted with Prospector Theater, CT Run Co., and Brooks, and it supports the Prospectors’ work creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities. The race is returning for its third edition, and the setup points to a family-friendly morning with food, spectators, sponsorship options, and room for both trail runners and people who want a shorter accessible route.

Ryan's Run offers participants a choice: the Superhero 5K, the Villain 10K, or the free Kids Fun Run. Hosted by the Eastern Dutchess Road Runners Club in Pawling, New York, the children's race begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the 5K and 10K at 10:00 a.m. The primary route is a 5K circuit within the Town and Village of Pawling; the Superhero 5K covers one circuit, and the Villain 10K covers two. The children's race follows a brief out-and-back path in the park. A comic-book theme adds to the enjoyment, with participants encouraged to wear costumes as heroes or villains. All funds raised support the Ryan McElroy Foundation.

The Larry Hohler Bi-Continental 5k Fun Run/Walk is a 5k event held at Saint Anselm’s Episcopal Church in Shoreham, New York. Participants can run or walk the course. A family-pack option and a virtual 5k are available for those unable to attend in person. The race was established to honor Larry Hohler and generates funds for Hope Children’s Fund. The “Bi-Continental” designation reflects the race’s connection between Long Island and Meru, Kenya, where Hope Children’s Fund assists orphaned children. Hope Children’s Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization registered in New York State, founded in 2005. It provides necessities such as food, clothing, shelter, medical attention, and educational opportunities. The organization states it has no paid employees or offices in the United States, ensuring donations directly benefit the children. A local Kenyan team of twelve manages the orphanage in Meru, which currently houses 92 children.

The Brookfield Halloween 5K begins and ends at the Brookfield Municipal Center on Pocono Road in Brookfield, Connecticut. This October running event includes a USATF-certified, chip-timed 5K and a short Kids Fun Run, suitable for runners aiming for a measured time and families seeking a Halloween activity. The 5K course, certified as CT06013JHP, accommodates walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs, contributing to a diverse field. The Kids Fun Run is a 0.23-mile loop within the park. Costumes are encouraged, with awards for the best dressed. All participants get short-sleeve T-shirts, and age-group awards are presented for runners from 8-and-under to 70-plus.

The Great Pumpkin Classic is a Saturday morning race in Morton offering a 10K and a 2-mile fun run/walk. The 2-mile begins at 7:15am, followed by the 10K at 7:30am to prevent congestion at the split and finish line. The shorter event is untimed and accommodates strollers and wheelchairs; roller blades and dogs are prohibited in both races. The course is flat, passing through town towards Morton's outskirts, and returns 10K participants to a Jefferson Street finish within the Pumpkin Festival. Nestle Libby's sponsors the event. The post-race gathering features beverages, snacks, music, a relaxation area for participants and families, and pumpkin donuts prior to the awards ceremony around 9:00am.