Plan to arrive in Southington, Connecticut by 8:30 AM for the Apple Harvest Road Races on October 4, 2026. The event, based at Southington Community YMCA, offers multiple distance options to suit different fitness levels and goals: 1 mile, 2 miles, 5K, and 5 miles. Whether you're looking for a shorter effort or a longer distance challenge, you'll find a race distance that works for your training cycle. Entry fees range from $20 to $43 depending on your chosen distance. Both running and walking divisions are available, making this event accessible to endurance athletes at various levels. The early morning start time allows you to complete your race and enjoy the rest of your day exploring the area or traveling onward.
From the Race Organizer
46TH ANNUAL APPLE HARVEST ROAD RACES SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2026 Brought to you by the Southington Community YMCA THERE'S SOMETHING FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES Our classic 5 Mile Race Our popular 5K Race Middle School Cup Our inspiring community teams running in honor/memory of loved one or in support of a local cause Our healthy 2-Mile Walk Our thrilling Y CUP 1 Mile Race for 4th and 5th graders Our fan favorite Little Fritter Fun Runs Discount for our veterans and service men and women STARTING TIMES AND LOCATIONS 5 Mile Race - Starts at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the top of Columbus Blvd 5K Races - Starts at 8:45 a.m. Meet at the top of Columbus Blvd. 2-Mile Health Walk - Starts at 8:30 a.m. Meet in front of the YMCA Y CUP 1 Mile Race - Part of 5K Race. Meet at 8:15 at Depaolo Middle School Little Fritter Fun Runs - Starts around 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Town Green. FOR A GREAT CAUSE - STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY All proceeds from the Apple Harvest Road Races will go to support individuals and families in our communities going through challenging times through financial aid and scholarships to various YMCA programs and services. You can count on the Y to be good stewards of funds received. T-SHIRTS Specially designed t-shirts will be given out to the first 750 registrations for the 5 Mile Races, 5K Races, 2 Mile Walk, and Y Cup 1-Mile Run. T-shirts for first 250 who sign up for Little Fritter Fun Runs. T-shirts for FIRST 150 who sign up for Color Fun Run NOTE: T-shirts will be given out on a first come, first served basis beginning at our packet pick-up days on Oct. 2nd, Oct. 3rd and Oct. 4th 5 MILE AND 5K RACE SPONSORED BY LIBERTY BANK Both races start at same location at the top of Columbus Blvd in a festive atmosphere. The 5 mile races start at 8:30 and the 5K races start at 8:45 and wind through local neighborhoods. Participants can look forward to an electric finish with tons of crowds including our cheer zone! StartLine Race Services will time our race. You'll get instant results as well as access to finish line photos In addition to top three finishers in the 5 Mile and 5 K races; medals will be given for top three male, and female, winners in the following age categories: 7–10, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59. 60-69, 70-79, 80 plus The Dave Gworek Memorial Award will be given to the top male and female Southington finisher in the 5 Mile Race The Tony Manning Memorial Award will be given to the top male and female Southington finisher in the 5K Race $200 prize for male/female course records in 5 Mile and 5K Races 5K Male - 15.39 -- Mario Vasquez (2024) 5K Female - 18.02 -- Hayley Collins (2024) 5 Mile Male - 24.34 -- Matthew Walker (2023) 5 Mile Female - 27.31 -- Annmarie Tuxbury (2018) Y CUP 1-MILE RACE FOR 4TH AND 5TH GRADERS 4th and 5th grade children are encouraged to participate in the Y Cup 1-Mile Run Runners start at 2.1 mile mark of 5K course. Meet with Y staff at DePaolo by 8:15 a.m. There is no day of race registration for the Y CUP. registration will at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 4th Children from Southington will have opportunity to run for the prestigious Y Cup Trophy. The top five boy and girl finishers in grades 4 and 5 will be awarded points for their respective schools. Medals will be given out to top five male and female in each grade level. Children not living in Southington may participate in the Y Cup 1-Mile Run and are also eligible for 1st thru 5th place medals. MIDDLE SCHOOL CUP 5K 6th, 7th, 8th grades participate in Middle School Cup 5K Participants will run in 5K event starting at 8:45 a.m. Top 15 boys and girls will receive medals Points earned for top 15 boys and girls. Top point totals by Kennedy or DePaolo will receive the Middle School Cup 6th, 7th, 8th graders from towns outside Southington may participate and are eligible for medals Participants are also eligible for age category awards 2 MILE HEALTH WALK SPONSORED BY HARTFORD HEALTHCARE Flat, 2 mile walk starting at the Y and moving to the Linear Trail and finishing by our refreshment area on Town Green Proceeds support our chronic diseases programs which we partner with Hartford HealthCare All ages welcome!! LITTLE FRITTER FUN RUNS SPONSORED BY MT SOUTHINGTON Always a fun and spirited event at the Apple Harvest Road Race A variety of options, ranging from 50 yards to two laps around the Town Green are offered For children 2 through 7 years old Little Fritter Fun Runs begin at the conclusion of the 5K/5Mile events. Approximately 9:45 to 10:00 a.m. YMCA Staff coordinate smaller races by age and ability Participants receive a medal (one medal per person) First 250 signed up will receive a Little Fritter Fun Run T-shirt COMMUNITY TEAMS ARE BACK! Team SMSAA (Southington Middle School Athletic Association) Team Tyler in honor/memory of Tyler Chamberland Team Ralph in honor/memory of Ralph Mann Team Adam & Jim - in honor/memory of Adam Levin and Jim Maffiolini Cure Team - raising funds to end childhood cancer Team CT Storm -
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When is Apple Harvest Road Races 2026 — Southington, CT?
Apple Harvest Road Races 2026 — Southington, CT takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Southington, Connecticut.
Where is Apple Harvest Road Races 2026 — Southington, CT held?
Apple Harvest Road Races 2026 — Southington, CT is held at Southington Community YMCA in Southington, Connecticut.
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