Our Cause Our annual 5K Road Race supports the Children's Dyslexia Centers of Connecticut, with 100% of proceeds directly benefiting their mission. These centers provide critical support through: One-on-one tutorial sessions for children (valued at $5,000 per child) Comprehensive teacher training programs (valued at $10,000 per tutor) Learn more at www.childrensdyslexiacenters.org/centers/connecticut-connecticut/ Race Perks First 100 registrants receive complimentary T-shirts Free hydration and refreshments (pastries, fruits, Gatorade, water) Wellness services by Roba Physical Therapy:Massage tables Cupping Normatec compression boots Awards Overall Winners 1st Place Male 1st Place Female Age Division Awards 1st and 2nd Place for Male and Female in categories: 9-13 years 14-19 years 20-29 years 30-39 years 40-49 years 50-59 years 60-69 years 70-79 years 80+ years Race Timing Professionally managed by Payne's Corner Timing who use Trident RFID Racing System
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Valley of Hartford 5K Road Race 2026 — Newington, CT
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Newington, CT.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
