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Half Marathon races near Waterbury-Shelton
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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Waterbury-Shelton
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Run · road · Half Marathon
Wolf Run Series - RUNNING WOLF 2026
Stanford · 66 km away
26JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
EDRRC - The JYD 29th Annual Hilltopper Half
Millbrook · 60 km away
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30AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Newtown Community Running Event
Newtown · 26 km away
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7SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Faxon Law New Haven Road Race
New Haven · 29 km away
12SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Gulf Beach Half Marathon
Milford · 39 km away
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Hogsback Half Marathon
Colebrook · 48 km away
Waterbury-Shelton · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Waterbury-Shelton
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Mohawk Mountain Race
Mohawk Mountain Race is a fall trail race at Mohawk Mountain Ski Resort in Connecticut, offering distances from 5K through marathon. The mountain, typically used for skiing and snowboarding, features routes that climb and descend on steep resort trails rather than rolling through a flat park. Even the 5K route includes 1,332 feet of elevation gain, the 10K doubles that loop for 2,664 feet, and the marathon covers 6,338 feet across two half-marathon loops.
The shorter races remain on the ski mountain grounds, while the half marathon extends into Mohawk State Forest, totaling 3,169 feet of climbing. The half marathon is also part of Connecticut’s Blue Blazed Trail Running Series, which features races on or partly on the Blue-Blazed Hiking Trails and promotes awareness of the Connecticut Forest & Park Association’s trail maintenance efforts. Steep Endurance sponsors the event, targeting runners seeking a challenging trail day with consistent climbs, sharp descents, forest sections, and mountain fall foliage.
The Ridgefield Road Fest 50th ANNIVERSARY: 1/2 Marathon, 7-Miler, & Iris Fund 5K
The Ridgefield Road Fest begins at the Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield in Ridgefield, Connecticut, offering three road-race options: a half marathon, a 7-miler, and a 5K. This October running event features distances of 21.1 km, 11.3 km, and 5.0 km.
The course provides runners a choice between a half-marathon effort, a middle-distance road race, or a shorter 5K. The Iris Fund benefits from the 5K, and the series is celebrating its 50th anniversary, adding local history to the event.
Reservoir Run Half Marathon, 5K, Kids Fun Runs & Family Stroll
Bass Pro Shops Conservation Marathon
The Bass Pro Shops Conservation Marathon Weekend begins outside Bass Pro Shops in Springfield, Missouri, and concludes at Wonders of Wildlife. Participants can choose from four race options: a Boston-qualifying marathon, the Maynard Cohick Half Marathon, the stroller-friendly CMC Recycling 5K, or a five-leg relay (10K, 5K, 10K, 5K, and 12K). The marathon, a 26.2-mile course with flat sections and Ozarks-style rolling hills, is suitable for both new marathoners and those aiming for a personal best.
The race courses traverse Springfield neighborhoods, paved trails, a segment of historic Route 66, Missouri State University, downtown streets, and local parks. The half marathon follows the marathon course for its initial 10 miles before heading through downtown, parks, past Mother's Brewery, and onto a portion of the Ozark Greenways Trail. The 5K route winds behind Bass Pro Shops and through adjacent neighborhoods, finishing at Wonders of Wildlife. Runners and walkers from local to international levels participate, with all finishers receiving race shirts, medals, swag, and recovery provisions.
Hillacious Half Marathon
The Hillacious Half Marathon is a small road half marathon in Litchfield, Connecticut. It starts at 10:00 AM and has a deliberately bare-bones feel. The race, now in its seventh year, costs $50 to enter. Its challenging course is designed to reflect the grit, determination, and sacrifice of military service.
The route goes through Litchfield, an old New England town featuring historic landmarks like the Litchfield Green, the oldest publicly funded town green in the United States. There is no prize money, so participants are typically runners seeking a hard effort and personal satisfaction. Proceeds benefit local military personnel and families in need. Winners' names are engraved on trophies displayed at Morgan-Weir American Legion Post 27.
BROOKHAVEN TRAIL HALF MARATHON and 5 MILE
The Brookhaven Trail Half Marathon and 5 Mile is a fall trail race held in Brookhaven State Park, Wading River, New York. Both the half marathon and 5-mile race begin at 9:00 AM. Participants can select the full half marathon on the park's trails or a 5-mile route, accommodating both those seeking a challenging trail run and those preferring a shorter outing. Race-day check-in starts at 7:30 AM by the large red tent. Cash or card are accepted for same-day registration.
The course winds through protected Suffolk County woodlands, featuring single-track paths, fire trails, sandy areas, and sections alongside ponds. The half marathon begins near the park entrance on William Floyd Parkway. Custom wooden finisher medals are awarded to all half marathon participants. Strong Island Running Club provides professional timing. Awards are given for overall finishers and age groups ranging from 14-and-under to 85+. Cash prizes are also presented to the top male and female half marathon finishers. The event supports Team Red White and Blue through fundraising, and participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for Island Harvest.
Tarrywile Half Marathon
The Tarrywile Half Marathon is a November trail race held in Tarrywile Park, Danbury, Connecticut, featuring exclusively unpaved park trails. The event includes a 10K, half marathon, and marathon, all utilizing a consistent hard loop structure: one loop for the 10K, two for the half, and four for the marathon. This course is not a road race with some dirt; it consists of Northeast single track, rocky and rooty sections, and sufficient climbing to significantly slow runners compared to their typical road pace.
The 10K involves approximately 1,500 feet of climbing, the half marathon around 3,000 feet, and the marathon reaches about 6,000 feet of elevation gain. Participants gain viewpoints over Danbury and the park's lakes, though these require navigating technical, hilly trails. Hikers and walkers are permitted in the 10K and half marathon provided they can finish within the seven-hour time limit. The event maintains a small scale with a 250-person limit. The half marathon also features a standing cash challenge: bonuses are awarded to the first man finishing under 1:45 and the first woman under 2:00, with the prize pool increasing annually until claimed.
Stamford Run Club 5k/10k/Half Marathon 2026
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About Half Marathon races in Waterbury-Shelton
Waterbury-Shelton Training Notes
Waterbury-Shelton hosts 15 Half Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Waterbury-Shelton runners get a practical menu of road miles, trail days, and race-course Sundays. The route covers 39 km while gaining +270 m. The Y Running Program brings the group structure. Weekday runs leave from the Waterbury YMCA front steps at 136 West Main Street. Sunday runs move offsite and sometimes use racecourses. Coach-led sessions hit long runs, speed work, hill repeats, and faster Level 2 pacing. Oh Boy 5K, FreeFromEvil 5k Race/Walk, Soul n Body Thanksgiving Trail Run, and Tom Centinaro Memorial "Dam" Race give the calendar its anchor event feel.
Waterbury-Shelton riding leans serious without getting fussy. The Greater Waterbury YMCA Tri Club supports multisport and single-sport athletes, and the club runs weekly outdoor bike rides. The route covers 3 km and gains 1,340 m on mostly paved roads. That route is 97% paved and 3% unpaved, so it feels like base miles with a little bite. The climbs are north, and the riding keeps getting better as you go farther north toward Sheffield. 39 km.
The brief does not name best months, so locals build the season around the clubs, the race list, and whatever fitness block is on deck. Summer training stays simple when runners use weekday YMCA starts, Sunday offsite runs, and racecourse reps for sharpening. Riders can keep Z2 on the paved routes, then use the northbound climbs for strength work before a gran fondo or hard club day. Winter changes the mindset more than the map. The same road loops, trail runs, and mixed-surface options remain the reference points, but runners and cyclists pick sessions with more care when daylight and conditions tighten.