Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children 2026 — New Haven, CT

Date
December 6, 2026
Location
New Haven, CT
Venue
Christopher Martin's Restaurant
Start Time
10:30 AM
Sunrise
7:01 AM
Entry Fee
$36.00 – $44.00
Events
5K
Includes
Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (included in registration!)
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Our 42nd annual Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children is December 6th!! The flat 5K course runs from Christopher Martin’s Restaurant on Upper State Street to Downtown New Haven, Wooster Square neighborhood and back. NEW THIS YEAR All participants will receive a long sleeve tech shirt! Voted CT's best post-race party! As always, you can expect a great party with refreshments, live entertainment, awards ceremony and FREE BEER (for 21+). Festivities will be outside this year. Early Packet Pick-Up Location: Woodbridge Running Co., 7 Landin St. Woodbridge, CT. Friday, December 4: 12:00pm - 6:00pm. Saturday, December 5: 10:00am - 5:00pm. Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children is an annual tradition for in the local running community that emphasizes the gift of giving during the holiday season. We hope to make Christmas a little brighter for children in the New Haven area by giving them a toy from friends and neighbors they have never met. Over the years, our race has given over 50,000 toys to local children.

Course & Travel Notes

Sunrise on race day arrives at 7:03 AM, giving you plenty of daylight before the 10:30 AM start. The race takes place at an elevation of 46 feet in New Haven, Connecticut, where December typically brings highs around 44°F and lows near 29°F, with measurable rain occurring on about 35% of days. Tweed New Haven Airport is conveniently located just 3.7 miles from the venue, making travel logistics straightforward for out-of-town participants.

⛰️ 46 ft elevation☀️ Typically 44°F / 29°F · 35% chance of rain✈️ Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN) — 3.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children 2026 — New Haven, CT?

Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children 2026 — New Haven, CT takes place on December 6, 2026. The race is held in New Haven, Connecticut.

Where is Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children 2026 — New Haven, CT held?

Christopher Martin’s Christmas Run for Children 2026 — New Haven, CT is held at Christopher Martin's Restaurant in New Haven, Connecticut.

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